engine failure

ˈɛnʤɪn ˈfeɪljər
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Translation of engine failure into German

Noun

mechanical issue

situation where an engine stops working
Triebwerksausfall Motorschaden mMotorversagen
  • The plane had to land due to engine failure.Das Flugzeug musste wegen Triebwerksausfalls landen.
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Synonyms and analogies of engine failure in English

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Examples of engine failure in a sentence

  • The car was towed due to engine failure.

Translations of "engine failure" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
derMotorschadennm.

After engine failure, the plane's crash landing was the only option available.

Nach einem Motorschaden war die Notlandung die einzige verfügbare Option.

An engine failure almost set ablaze the airplane on the runway.

Ein Motorschaden hätte das Flugzeug auf der Landebahn fast in Brand gesetzt.

derMotorausfallnm.

The sudden engine failure above the ocean was a hair-raising experience for passengers.

Der plötzliche Motorausfall über dem Ozean war für die Passagiere eine haarsträubende Erfahrung.

A warning light indicated an engine failure shortly before the ride stopped.

Ein Warnlicht zeigte kurz bevor die Fahrt stoppte einen Motorausfall an.

derTriebwerksausfallnm.

The unexpected engine failure threw the passengers into a panic mid-flight.

Der unerwartete Triebwerksausfall versetzte die Passagiere während des Fluges in Panik.

We were relieved to hit the tarmac safely after that frightening engine failure.

Wir waren erleichtert, nach diesem beängstigenden Triebwerksausfall sicher zu landen.

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engine failure: Examples and translations in context

He looked blank at the mechanic's explanation of the engine failure yesterday.

Er guckte verständnislos bei der Erklärung des Motorschadens durch den Mechaniker gestern.

A leak in the coolant system can lead to overheating and engine failure.

Ein Leck im Kühlsystem kann zu Überhitzung und Motorschäden führen.

A cracked engine block can lead to significant engine failure and costly repairs.

Ein rissiger Motorblock kann zu erheblichen Motorschäden und kostspieligen Reparaturen führen.

The mechanic ruled out engine failure after thoroughly checking all components today.

Der Mechaniker schloss einen Motorschaden aus, nachdem er heute alle Komponenten gründlich überprüft hatte.

The results are a damaged radiator and complete engine failure.

Die Folgen sind ein defekter Kühler und ein kapitaler Motorschaden.

An unexpected accident or engine failure has left you without a car.

Ein unerwarteter Unfall oder Motorschaden lässt Sie ohne Auto dastehen.

Not every ship which has an engine failure is driven onto the rocks.

Nicht jedes Schiff, welches einen Motorschaden bekommt, landet auf den Klippen.

Ignoring a worn fan belt might lead to engine failure and costly repairs.

Wenn man einen abgenutzten Keilriemen ignoriert, könnte dies zu Motorschäden und teuren Reparaturen führen.

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