The AC isn't working
AC problem
Use this phrase to report heat discomfort caused by a broken cooling system in any setting.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Used to report a broken or malfunctioning air conditioning unit.
- Common in hotels, rentals, offices, and public transportation.
- Short for 'air conditioning' and understood globally in English.
معنی
This phrase tells someone that the air conditioning system is broken or not blowing cold air. It is the most common way to complain about being too hot indoors.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6Checking into a hotel
Excuse me, the AC isn't working in room 402.
The AC isn't working in room 402.
Texting a roommate
Ugh, the AC isn't working again. It's like an oven in here!
The AC isn't working again.
In a meeting room
I'm sorry, but it seems the AC isn't working. Should we move rooms?
It seems the AC isn't working.
زمینه فرهنگی
Air conditioning is often viewed as a 'right' rather than a luxury in North America. The phrase became a staple of daily life as central cooling became standard in the mid-20th century. In many regions, landlords are legally required to fix a broken AC within 24 hours during summer.
The 'Air Con' variation
If you are in the UK, Australia, or New Zealand, people usually say `air con` instead of `AC`. Both are understood, but `air con` sounds more local there.
Check the thermostat
Before complaining, check if the `thermostat` is set to 'Cool' and not 'Fan'. Many people say the AC isn't working when it's just on the wrong setting!
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Used to report a broken or malfunctioning air conditioning unit.
- Common in hotels, rentals, offices, and public transportation.
- Short for 'air conditioning' and understood globally in English.
What It Means
The AC isn't working is a straightforward way to say the cooling system failed. In English, AC stands for air conditioning. When you say it isn't working, you mean it is broken. It might be blowing hot air. It might be making a loud noise. Or, it might be completely silent while you sweat. It is a simple, high-frequency phrase for survival in hot climates.
How To Use It
You can use this phrase as a complete sentence. Just walk up to a hotel clerk or a landlord and say it. You can also add I think at the start to sound more polite. For example: I think the AC isn't working in my room. If you want to be more specific, you can say The AC isn't blowing cold air. But usually, the short version is enough to get help.
When To Use It
Use this anytime you feel the indoor temperature rising. It works at a hotel when you first check in. Use it at the office if your colleagues look sweaty. It is perfect for a ride-share like Uber or Lyft. If you are at a friend's house, you might say it as a question. Is the AC working? is a gentle way to hint that it is too hot.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for a handheld fan or a simple plug-in fan. For those, just say The fan is broken. Also, don't use it if the machine is off. Check the power button first! It would be embarrassing to complain only to find the remote needs batteries. Avoid using it in very formal speeches unless the room is literally melting.
Cultural Background
In the US and many English-speaking countries, AC is a basic expectation. People often get very grumpy when it fails. In places like Texas or Florida, a broken AC is considered an emergency. There is a whole culture of 'AC repair' memes. People often joke that they 'can't survive' without it. It is a symbol of modern comfort that we often take for granted.
Common Variations
You will hear The air is out or The AC is down. Some people say The unit is busted for a more casual vibe. In the UK or Australia, they might say The air con isn't working. All of these mean the same thing. They all mean you are about to be very, very warm.
نکات کاربردی
This is a neutral, everyday expression. It is safe to use with bosses, strangers, or friends. The only 'gotcha' is ensuring you are actually referring to an air conditioning unit and not a ventilation fan.
The 'Air Con' variation
If you are in the UK, Australia, or New Zealand, people usually say `air con` instead of `AC`. Both are understood, but `air con` sounds more local there.
Check the thermostat
Before complaining, check if the `thermostat` is set to 'Cool' and not 'Fan'. Many people say the AC isn't working when it's just on the wrong setting!
Small Talk Starter
In the US, complaining about the AC (or lack of it) is a very common way to start a conversation with a stranger when it's hot outside.
مثالها
6Excuse me, the AC isn't working in room 402.
The AC isn't working in room 402.
A polite way to report a maintenance issue to staff.
Ugh, the AC isn't working again. It's like an oven in here!
The AC isn't working again.
Using a simile ('like an oven') adds emphasis to the heat.
I'm sorry, but it seems the AC isn't working. Should we move rooms?
It seems the AC isn't working.
Adding 'it seems' makes the complaint sound less aggressive.
Hey, is the AC working? It's getting a bit stuffy back here.
Is the AC working?
Phrasing it as a question is a polite way to ask the driver to turn it up.
The AC isn't working, so if you see me crying, it's actually just face sweat.
The AC isn't working.
Self-deprecating humor about being hot and sweaty.
I'm calling because my AC isn't working and it's 100 degrees outside.
My AC isn't working.
Stating the external temperature explains the urgency.
خودت رو بسنج
You are at a restaurant and it is very hot. What do you say to the waiter?
Excuse me, I think the ___ isn't working.
AC (Air Conditioning) is the system used to cool down a room.
Which verb correctly completes the phrase for a broken machine?
The AC isn't ___.
In English, we say machines 'work' when they function correctly.
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ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Formality of 'The AC isn't working'
Talking to friends or family.
AC's busted, guys.
Standard way to report the issue.
The AC isn't working.
Professional or polite reporting.
The air conditioning appears to be malfunctioning.
Where to use 'The AC isn't working'
Hotel Front Desk
My room is too hot.
Office
Telling the manager.
Apartment
Calling the landlord.
Taxi/Uber
Asking the driver.
سوالات متداول
11 سوالIt stands for Air Conditioning. Most people just say the letters A-C because it is faster and easier.
Both are correct. Isn't is a contraction and is much more common in spoken English.
Yes! If your car is hot, you can tell a mechanic The AC isn't working or tell your passengers Sorry, the AC is broken.
No, it is a neutral statement of fact. To be extra polite to a host, you can say I'm sorry, but I think the AC might be off.
In a formal email, you might write: The air conditioning system is currently inoperable.
You can say The AC isn't blowing cold air or The AC isn't powerful enough.
Yes, that is a very common informal way to say it is completely broken and won't turn on at all.
Yes, we treat it as a singular concept. We say The AC is... not The AC are....
Instead of saying it's not working, you can ask: Could you turn on the AC? or Is the AC on?
An AC cools the actual air temperature, while a fan just blows air around. Don't call a fan an AC!
You can say The AC is making a strange noise or The AC is acting up.
عبارات مرتبط
The heat is out
The heating system is broken (used in winter).
Out of order
A general phrase for any machine that is broken.
Blowing hot air
When the AC is on but fails to cool the room.
Central air
A cooling system that cools the whole building, not just one room.
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