Translation guide
The English word "static" can refer to electrical interference, a state of no movement or change, or static electricity. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
To describe crackling or hissing noise in audio or video signals.
General word for noise or static in audio. Can be used for radio, phone, etc.
ラジオから雑音が聞こえる。
I can hear static from the radio.
Loanword from English 'noise'. Commonly used for static or unwanted sound in technical contexts.
テレビのノイズがひどい。
The TV static is really bad.
Onomatopoeic phrase for the sound of static, like a hissing or rushing noise.
電話からザーッという音がする。
There's a static noise coming from the phone.
To describe something that is not moving, changing, or developing.
Adjectival noun meaning 'static' as opposed to dynamic. Used in technical or formal contexts.
このシステムは静的だ。
This system is static.
Past tense of 静止する (to stand still). Describes something in a state of rest.
静止した物体
a static object
Means 'unchanging'. More colloquial way to say something remains static.
状況は変わらない。
The situation is static.
Means 'fixed' or 'stationary'. Used when something is secured in place.
固定された位置
a static position
To refer to the electrical charge that builds up on objects.
The standard term for static electricity.
ドアノブに触れたら静電気が起きた。
I got a static shock when I touched the doorknob.