Translation guide
Describes something that is not moving, or a state of being fixed in place. Covers physical stillness, lack of motion, and fixed positions.
The car is stationary.
He stood perfectly still.
Literally 'does not move'. Emphasizes the lack of motion. Can be used for objects that are stuck or intentionally kept still.
This machine is stationary.
Formal or technical term for being at rest or stationary. Used in physics, engineering, or written descriptions.
The object is stationary.
Describing something that is permanently or temporarily fixed and cannot be moved.
Warning: 'stationary' is often confused with 'stationery' (paper, pens, etc.). This is a different word.
In English, 'stationary' (not moving) and 'stationery' (writing materials) are homophones but spelled differently. In Japanese, they are completely different words. If you mean writing materials, use 文房具 (ぶんぼうぐ).
Using 文房具 for 'stationary' is a common mistake. Make sure you have the right English word.
I buy stationery.
These two English words sound the same but have different meanings. 'Stationary' means not moving. 'Stationery' means writing materials. In Japanese, they are completely unrelated: 止まっている (stationary) vs. 文房具 (stationery). Double-check which one you need.