Translation guide
Talc is a soft mineral used in powder form. In Japanese, it is most commonly referred to as タルク (taruku) or 滑石 (kasseki).
Referring to the mineral talc or talcum powder, such as in cosmetics, industrial uses, or geology.
The most common term for talc in everyday contexts, especially for talcum powder used in cosmetics or baby powder. This is a loanword from English.
Baby powder contains talc.
The Japanese word for talc, often used in geological, mineralogical, or technical contexts. Literally 'slippery stone'.
滑石はモース硬度1の鉱物です。
Talc is a mineral with a Mohs hardness of 1.
Specifically 'talcum powder'. Used when emphasizing the powdered form, often in product names or descriptions.
This talcum powder is gentle on the skin.