(かどうちゅう)

かどうちゅう
noun
in operation; running; active
1. in operation; running; active
Indicates that a machine, system, factory, or piece of equipment is currently functioning and in use. Commonly seen on status displays and signs.
エレベーターは稼働中(かどうちゅう)です。
The elevator is in operation.
工場(こうじょう)二十四(にじゅうよ)時間(じかん)稼働中(かどうちゅう)だ。
The factory is running 24 hours.
サーバーが稼働中(かどうちゅう)のため、メンテナンスは来週(らいしゅう)延期(えんき)する。
Since the server is currently running, maintenance will be postponed to next week.

A compound of 稼働(かどう) (operation, running) and (ちゅう) (during, in the middle of). Used as a status indicator for machines, systems, factories, and other operational things. Commonly seen on signs, dashboards, and status displays.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • サーバー稼働中(かどうちゅう): server running
  • 工場(こうじょう)稼働中(かどうちゅう): factory in operation
  • 稼働中(かどうちゅう)のシステム: a system in operation
  • 二十四(にじゅうよ)時間(じかん)稼働中(かどうちゅう): running 24 hours

SIMILAR WORDS:

  • 運転中(うんてんちゅう): in operation — used for vehicles and machines that "drive" or "run"
  • 営業中(えいぎょうちゅう): open for business — used for shops and restaurants
  • 使用中(しようちゅう): in use — used for restrooms, meeting rooms, etc.