Translation guide
A material: iron sheet coated with zinc to prevent rust. In Japanese, the most common term is トタン, but there are also more technical terms.
The everyday word for this material, used in construction, roofing, and DIY contexts.
The most common and widely understood term for galvanized sheet iron. Often used for roofing and siding. Can be written in katakana or sometimes as 塗炭.
屋根はトタンでできている。
The roof is made of galvanized sheet iron.
トタン板を買ってきた。
I bought some galvanized iron sheets.
A very precise technical term meaning 'zinc-plated steel sheet'. Used in manufacturing specifications.
亜鉛めっき鋼板の需要が増えている。
Demand for galvanized steel sheets is increasing.
Literally 'zinc iron sheet'. A more technical term, used in industrial or engineering contexts.
この部品は亜鉛鉄板で作られている。
This part is made of galvanized sheet iron.