Translation guide
In Japanese, 'scrap metal' is most commonly expressed as 鉄くず (てつくず) or スクラップ. The choice depends on context: 鉄くず refers specifically to iron/steel scrap, while スクラップ is a broader term used in recycling and industry. For general waste metal, 金属くず (きんぞくくず) is also used.
Referring to discarded metal items or fragments intended for recycling or disposal.
The most common term for scrap iron or steel. Often used in everyday contexts and recycling.
This factory recycles scrap metal.
A loanword from English, widely used in industrial and business contexts. Can refer to scrap metal in general, not just iron.
The price of scrap metal is rising.
A more general term for scrap metal of any kind. Less common in daily speech but clear in meaning.
Please separate the scrap metal.
Talking about scrap metal in economic, industrial, or trading contexts.
Referring to metal waste from particular items like vehicles or electronics.
We discussed methods for disposing of scrap metal.
They recover precious metals from appliance scrap.