エンジン
Meanings
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Refers to a machine that converts energy into mechanical motion, commonly used for car engines, aircraft engines, and similar devices.
This car's engine is very quiet.
Please fasten your seatbelt before starting the engine.
Usage patterns
- エンジンをかけるto start the engine
I started the car's engine and set off.
- エンジンがかかるfor the engine to start (running)
On cold days, the engine doesn't start easily.
- エンジンを切るto turn off the engine
Please turn off the engine after parking.
- エンジンが止まるfor the engine to stall or stop
The engine suddenly stopped on the highway.
- エンジンの音the sound of an engine
I heard the sound of an engine from far away.
Expressions
- エンジンをふかすrev an engine; race an engine