指示器 (しじき) Japanese meaning | KotomoraExpressions
指示器を出すuse a turn signal; signal with an indicator
The indicator on this machine is broken.
Please look at the temperature gauge.
- 表示器
表示器 is a more general term for a display unit, while 指示器 specifically indicates a measured value or status.
- インジケーター
インジケーター is a common loanword for 'indicator', often used in casual or IT contexts, while 指示器 is more formal and technical.
Written forms
指示器
Standard kanji spelling for 'indicator' (device).
指示機
irregular kanji usage
Irregular kanji usage; 機 (machine) is sometimes used instead of 器 (device).
Etymology
Compound of 指示 (instruction, indication) and 器 (device, instrument).
