Japanese Word · Intermediate
バックファイヤー
backfire, knock (abnormal ignition of fuel in an internal combustion engine)
Pronunciation: [ba̠k̚kɯ̟ɸa̠ija̠ː]
Meaning
backfire, knock (abnormal ignition of fuel in an internal combustion engine)
Example
バックファイヤー：機関が冷えている場合や、点火タイミングが遅れているときに急加速をすると、吸気管内で燃焼が起こり
Backfire: If the engine is cold or when timing is delayed and acceleration sudden, combustion occurs in the intake manifold
Practice tips
- Practice バックファイヤー out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.