English-Finnish translations for standby

• valmiustila
• hätävara
• odottaa hetki
• valmius
  öljyntorjunnan valmius
  olla valmiudessa
  valmius kohdata ongelmanuori

Definition of standby

• A state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation
• sleep mode
• Something that is standard, well-tested, or frequently used
• To wait briefly, as for additional communication by radio or telephone;

Examples

• The troops were on standby in case of an attack.
• That recipe is an old standby, and she keeps the ingredients around in case of unexpected guests.
• Standby while I check that for you.

Related words

• Standburn
• standby mode
• standby generator