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There’s a problem with the electrical system! It’s sparking!

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Sentence

Narrator

There’s a problem with the electrical system! It’s sparking!

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving a Warning

There's a problem with the electrical system; it's sparking—be careful!

Reporting an Issue

I'm reporting a malfunction. There's a problem with the electrical system; it's sparking.

Expressing Concern

Oh no! There's a problem with the electrical system, and it's sparking—that's dangerous!

Describing an Event

Suddenly, there was a problem with the electrical system; it started sparking.

Rephrased versions

Formal

A malfunction has been detected in the electrical system; arcing is present.

Casual

Something's wrong with the electricity; it's sparking!

Simpler English

The electricity is broken; it's making sparks!

Phrases to learn

problem with the electrical system

A malfunction or issue affecting the electrical wiring or components.

it's sparking

Electric arcs or sparks are visible, indicating a short circuit or fault.