マテリアル
also: マティリアル
Meanings
1
Katakana noun for a material or substance, often with a technical, design, fashion, or business-like feel. In ordinary Japanese, 素材 or 材料 may sound more neutral depending on context.
This jacket uses a light and durable material.
We made a prototype using a new material.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉にマテリアルを使用するto use a (particular) material for something
This bag is made using a high-end material.
- 〈物〉のマテリアルにこだわるto be particular about the material of something
The designer is very particular about the material of the clothes.