待機状態
エアコンを使わないときは待機状態にしておくと電気代を節約できます。
Leaving the air conditioner in standby mode when not in use can save electricity costs.
A state where a device or system remains powered but inactive, ready to resume operation when needed.
スマートフォンは画面が消えていても待機状態でバッテリーを消耗します。
Even when the screen is off, a smartphone drains the battery in standby mode.
待機状態のままにしておくと、起動が早くなります。
Leaving it in standby mode makes startup quicker.
Commonly used in electronics, appliances, and software systems to describe low-power consumption states.
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Pro Tip
Avoiding Standby Power Waste
Unplug devices or use a power strip to completely cut standby power. Many modern devices still draw power even in standby mode, contributing to 'phantom load'.
Gold Rule
Standby vs. Off
Standby mode (待機状態) keeps the device ready for quick use but consumes power. For long-term non-use, turn devices fully off to save energy.
Word Origin
The term combines 待機 (taiki, 'standby/waiting') and 状態 (jōtai, 'state/condition'), reflecting the device's inactive but ready status. Derived from technical Japanese terminology in electronics and computing.
Usage Notes
In Japanese, 待機状態 is often used in contexts like electronics, appliances, and software systems. It differs from 'sleep mode' (スリープモード) which consumes even less power. Always check device specifications for exact power consumption in standby.