Translation guide
A fine white clay used in ceramics, paper, cosmetics, and medicine. In Japanese, it is most commonly referred to as カオリン or 陶土.
Referring to kaolin as a material or substance
The most common and direct loanword for kaolin, used in scientific, industrial, and everyday contexts.
This cosmetic contains kaolin.
Literally 'pottery clay', often used in ceramics contexts. Can refer to kaolin specifically or clay in general.
This porcelain is made from high-quality kaolin.
Literally 'white clay', sometimes used for kaolin, but less specific. More common in traditional or artistic contexts.
White clay is used in pottery.
Specifically in the context of making pottery or porcelain
Referring to kaolin as a medicinal ingredient
Used in pharmaceutical contexts, often in compounds like カオリン・ペクチン (kaolin pectin).
Kaolin was prescribed for diarrhea.
陶土をこねて形を作る。
Knead the kaolin clay and shape it.