Translation guide
The concept of something being not normal, irregular, or deviating from the standard. In Japanese, this can be expressed through nouns, adjectives, and descriptive phrases depending on whether you're talking about a medical condition, a statistical anomaly, a strange behavior, or a flaw.
To describe something that is not normal, unusual, or deviates from what is expected, without necessarily implying a negative connotation.
The most common and versatile word for 'abnormality'. Can be used for medical conditions, unusual events, or irregular states. Often used as a noun or na-adjective.
この機械に異常は見られません。
No abnormality is observed in this machine.
異常な行動をとる。
To exhibit abnormal behavior.
Refers to an unusual or abnormal change, often implying something alarming or a sign of trouble. Commonly used for natural phenomena or physical changes.
体に異変を感じたら、すぐに医者に行ってください。
If you feel any abnormality in your body, please see a doctor immediately.
A somewhat formal or technical term for an abnormal condition or irregularity, often used in medical or mechanical contexts.
エンジンに変調をきたした。
The engine developed an abnormality.
To refer to a physical or mental condition that deviates from the healthy norm, such as a test result, symptom, or congenital condition.
The standard term in medical contexts. Can be used for test results, symptoms, or conditions.
血液検査で異常が見つかった。
An abnormality was found in the blood test.
Specifically refers to a physical deformity or congenital abnormality. Can be sensitive; use with care.
A more explicit term meaning 'pathological abnormality'. Used in medical writing.
この症状は病的異常と考えられる。
This symptom is considered a pathological abnormality.
To describe a data point or event that deviates significantly from the norm in a statistical sense.
Literally 'abnormal value'. Used in statistics, science, and quality control.
このデータには異常値が含まれている。
This data contains an abnormality (outlier).
The standard statistical term for 'outlier'. More precise than 異常値 in data analysis.
To describe actions, thoughts, or personality traits that are considered abnormal or deviant.
Directly means 'abnormal behavior'. Used in psychology, news, and everyday speech.
彼は異常行動を繰り返している。
He repeatedly exhibits abnormal behavior.
Refers to the quality of being abnormal, often used for personality or sexual abnormality.
Means 'pervert' or 'sexual deviant'. Strongly negative and specific. Use only in appropriate contexts.
This word is derogatory and refers specifically to sexual abnormality. Avoid using it lightly.
To describe a physical imperfection or malfunction in a product, material, or system.
Means 'defect' or 'flaw'. Often used for manufacturing defects or design flaws.
この製品に欠陥が見つかった。
An abnormality (defect) was found in this product.
Refers to a malfunction, bug, or something not working properly. Common in IT and engineering.
異常 is the broadest term for abnormality and can be used in almost any context. 異変 implies a sudden, unusual change, often with a sense of alarm. 変調 is more technical and often refers to a deviation from a normal state in machines or health.
In casual conversation, directly saying 異常 can sound overly clinical or dramatic. For everyday situations, consider using more natural phrases like 普通じゃない (not normal) or 変 (strange) depending on the nuance.
A fetal abnormality is observed.
Analyze after excluding abnormalities (outliers).
彼の異常性が周囲を困惑させた。
His abnormality perplexed those around him.
変質者に注意してください。
Beware of abnormal individuals (sexual predators).
An abnormality (malfunction) occurred in the system.