How do you say "It's broken" in Japanese?

Quick use

Use こわれています (kowarete imasu) when something is broken. Say or show the item first if needed, then use this line.

Chunk or pattern

• This is best learned as a practical chunk.
• It means the item is in a broken state.
• You do not need to rebuild it word by word at the beginning.

Core words

• こわれています: is broken.

Form contrast

• こわれます (kowaremasu): breaks
• こわれています (kowarete imasu): is broken

The current phrase focuses on the present condition.

Practical note

If the person does not know what “it” is, point to the item or say the item first, such as エアコンがこわれています.