Translation guide
The English word 'tissue' can refer to biological tissue, paper tissues, or thin fabric. This guide focuses on the most common meanings for learners: paper tissues (like Kleenex) and biological tissue.
Referring to a soft, disposable paper used for blowing one's nose, wiping, etc.
The most common and natural word for a paper tissue. Often used in the phrase 'ティッシュペーパー' as well.
ティッシュを一枚ください。
Please give me a tissue.
鼻をかむからティッシュ取って。
I'm going to blow my nose, so get me a tissue.
A slightly more formal or full term for tissue paper. Often used in product names or formal contexts.
このティッシュペーパーは柔らかいですね。
This tissue paper is soft, isn't it?
Literally 'nose paper', an older or more traditional term. Less common in modern conversation.
昔は鼻紙を使っていた。
In the old days, people used nose paper.
Referring to the material that makes up organs and body parts in living organisms.
The standard term for biological tissue. Used in medical, scientific, and everyday contexts.
筋肉組織は運動で強くなる。
Muscle tissue becomes stronger with exercise.
がん組織を顕微鏡で調べる。
Examine the cancerous tissue under a microscope.
Referring to a thin, often translucent paper or fabric used for wrapping, decoration, or crafts.
Specifically thin paper used for wrapping, crafts, or protecting delicate items. Often called 'tissue paper' in English.
プレゼントを薄葉紙で包む。
Wrap the present in tissue paper.
While ちり紙 (chirigami) historically meant tissue or toilet paper, today it often refers to rough, recycled paper or is used in set phrases. For modern facial tissues, always use ティッシュ.
トイレでちり紙を使う。
Use rough paper in the toilet. (Not recommended for facial tissue)
Can also refer to thin decorative paper, though it's more commonly associated with facial tissues.
花束をティッシュペーパーで包む。
Wrap the bouquet in tissue paper.