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
Specifically in the context of making pottery or porcelain
Clay specifically for porcelain; often implies kaolin. Common in ceramics terminology.
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).
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.
磁土は高温で焼成されます。
Porcelain clay is fired at high temperatures.
General pottery clay, but often used for kaolin in pottery contexts.
Knead the kaolin clay and shape it.
Kaolin was prescribed for diarrhea.