異常

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abnormal

その検査結果は異常を示した

The test results showed abnormalities


general

Something that deviates from the normal or expected state; abnormality

体調に異常がないか確認してください

Please check if there are any abnormalities in your condition

システムに異常が発生した

An abnormality occurred in the system

Can refer to physical, technical, or behavioral abnormalities depending on context

Collocations

異常が見つかるan abnormality is found異常を報告するto report an abnormality異常な挙動abnormal behavior

Related Phrases

異常な気象phrase
abnormal weather
異常事態宣言phrase
state of emergency declaration

Pro Tip

Medical vs. Technical Usage

In medical contexts, 異常 often refers to physical abnormalities, while in technical contexts it refers to system malfunctions

Gold Rule

Formal Contexts

In formal reports or technical documentation, 異常 is preferred over more casual terms like 不具合

Word Origin

Combination of 異 (different) + 常 (normal/usual)

Usage Notes

Often used in medical, technical, and safety contexts to describe deviations from expected standards

Word Breakdown

different
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normal/usual
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