malfunction
BrE /ˈmæl.fʌŋk.ʃən/ AmE /ˈmæl.fʌŋk.ʃən/
noun / verb en → es
a problem or fault that stops a machine, system, etc. from working properly
falla, malfunción, problema técnico
- There is a malfunction.
Collocations system malfunction · equipment malfunction
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The computer has a serious malfunction.
El ordenador tiene una grave falla técnica.
to stop working properly because of a fault or problem
fallar, malfuncionar, dejar de funcionar
- The machine malfunctioned.
Collocations malfunction suddenly · malfunction unexpectedly
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The lift malfunctioned and got stuck between floors.
El ascensor falló y quedó atrapado entre pisos.