Intermediate Emergencies & Problems

Malfunction

/ˌmælˈfʌŋkʃən/ noun

Meaning

A failure of a machine or system to work correctly.

हिंदी मेंकिसी मशीन या प्रणाली का सही ढंग से काम न कर पाना।

Example Sentences

“A software malfunction delayed the flight.”

एक सॉफ्टवेयर खराबी के कारण उड़ान में देरी हुई।

“The equipment malfunctioned during the test.”

परीक्षण के दौरान उपकरण में खराबी आ गई।

⚠ Common Mistake

Works as both noun ("a malfunction") and verb ("it malfunctioned") with identical spelling.

Good to Know

Synonyms
fault, glitch
Countable
countable

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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