Translation guide
A pixel defect is a malfunctioning pixel on a digital display, such as an LCD or OLED screen. This guide covers how to describe stuck, dead, or hot pixels in Japanese, from technical terms to everyday expressions.
The most common and neutral way to refer to any pixel that is not working correctly.
Literally 'dot missing', this is the most widely used term for a pixel defect, especially a dead or stuck pixel. It can refer to a pixel that is always off (black) or always on (bright).
This monitor has a pixel defect.
Are pixel defects covered by the warranty?
A more formal, technical term for pixel defect. Used in specifications, quality control, and technical documents.
Acceptable pixel defect criteria vary by manufacturer.
A direct translation of 'pixel defect', commonly used in technical support and product descriptions.
If a pixel defect occurs, can I get a replacement?
Specifically a pixel that is permanently off and appears as a black dot.
Literally 'black dot', this is a common term for a dead pixel that shows only black. It is easily understood in everyday conversation.
There is one dead pixel on the screen.
A technical term meaning 'always-on black dot', used in detailed defect classifications.
A pixel that is permanently lit, showing a single color like red, green, blue, or white.
Literally 'bright dot', this is the standard term for a stuck pixel that is always on. It can be any color.
The LCD TV has a red stuck pixel.
A bright dot is a type of pixel defect.
A technical phrase meaning 'always-lit pixel', used in specifications and warranty documents.
A pixel that appears bright only in low-light conditions or long exposures, common in digital camera sensors.
The loanword 'hot pixel' is widely used in photography and videography contexts. It refers to a pixel that becomes bright during long exposures or high ISO settings.
Hot pixels become noticeable during long exposures.
A less common Japanese translation of 'hot pixel', sometimes seen in technical literature.
ドット抜け is the umbrella term for any pixel defect. 輝点 specifically means a bright stuck pixel, while 黒点 means a dead black pixel. In casual conversation, ドット抜け is often used for both, but in technical contexts, the distinction matters for warranty claims.
Pixel defects include bright dots and black dots.
While ピクセル不良 is understood, it sounds like a direct translation and is less natural than ドット抜け in everyday speech. Use ドット抜け for general conversation and 画素欠陥 for formal writing.
Pixels with a permanent black dot are eligible for replacement.
If there are three or more always-lit pixels, it will be repaired free of charge.
Hot pixels occur due to an increase in sensor temperature.