Translation guide
The metal copper, its color, and related everyday terms.
Referring to the chemical element or the material copper.
Describing the reddish-brown color of copper.
Literally 'copper color', the most direct term.
Her hair is a beautiful copper color.
A darker, more reddish copper color, often used for traditional crafts.
Used as a color name in fashion or design, e.g., 'copper red'.
This lipstick is a shade called copper red.
Referring to a low-value coin, especially in British English.
British slang for a police officer.
There is no direct equivalent; use 警察官 (けいさつかん) or お巡りさん (おまわりさん).
Let's ask that copper for directions.
The British slang meaning 'police officer' has no direct Japanese equivalent. Use standard terms like 警察官 (けいさつかん) or お巡りさん (おまわりさん) instead. Avoid literal translation.
Excuse me, officer, where is the station?
A dark copper-colored tea bowl is on display.
I have a lot of small change and my wallet is heavy.