failure

[perfectera]

I would like to ask about a word, failure.
Which is correct?

A system failure has occurred. (countable)
System failure has occurred. (uncountable)

Thanks for your help!

[Tdol]

I would use the first, though you could make a context where the second would work.

[emsr2d2]

I agree with 5jj, though "There has been a [complete] system failure" would be more natural.

[5jj]

I agree with 5jj, though "There has been a [complete] system failure" would be more natural.

I admire your ability to read minds at a distance.

[emsr2d2]

I admire your ability to read minds at a distance.

You should see what I can do close up!