Translation guide
A type of plastic commonly abbreviated as PVC. In Japanese, it is usually referred to by its full name or the abbreviation PVC.
Referring to the plastic material polyvinyl chloride in everyday or technical contexts.
The full Japanese term for polyvinyl chloride. Used in technical and formal contexts.
This pipe is made of polyvinyl chloride.
The abbreviation PVC is widely understood in Japan, especially in industry and product labels.
PVC is often used as a building material.
A shorter form often used in compound words or when the context is clear. Less formal than the full term.
a hose made of vinyl chloride
In everyday language, ビニール often refers to soft PVC products like plastic bags or sheets. However, it can be ambiguous as it may also mean vinyl in general. Use with caution.
ビニール can refer to various vinyl materials, not exclusively PVC. In technical contexts, prefer ポリ塩化ビニル or PVC.
plastic bag (often made of PVC or polyethylene)
In many contexts, especially product labels and casual conversation, the English abbreviation PVC (pronounced ピーブイシー) is perfectly acceptable and widely understood.
This container is PVC-free.