Translation guide
A narrow strip of paper, often used for recording data, in crafts, or as a stationery item. In Japanese, the term depends on the context: data recording, adhesive tape, or decorative tape.
Paper tape used for storing or transmitting data, such as in old computers, telegraphs, or cash registers.
General term for paper tape used in data recording, such as punched tape or ticker tape.
Old computers stored data on paper tape.
Specifically punched paper tape. Technical term.
This machine runs on punched tape.
Paper-based adhesive tape used for crafts, painting, or decoration.
Masking tape, often used in painting or crafts. Very common in Japan.
I decorated the wall with masking tape.
Can also refer to adhesive paper tape, but context is needed to distinguish from data tape.
Washi tape, a decorative Japanese paper tape. Popular in crafts.
I decorated my planner with washi tape.
Long, thin strips of colored paper used as decorations, often thrown at celebrations.
The Japanese word 紙テープ can mean data tape, adhesive tape, or party streamers. Always clarify the context to avoid confusion.
Buy some paper tape. (Could be masking tape or streamers depending on situation.)
I wrapped it with paper tape.
The bride and groom entered as streamers fluttered.