Katakana term for metal, often used where a loanword-style or product/design nuance is intended; the more technical or general Japanese word is 金属.
メタルのフレームは丈夫で長持ちする。
A metal frame is sturdy and lasts a long time.
This case is made of metal and is sturdy.
この時計はメタル素材を使っている。
This watch uses metal materials.
彼女はメタルな雰囲気の服が好きだ。
She likes clothes with a metallic vibe.
gunmetal
bimetal
bare metal
A katakana word corresponding to English-style 'metal'; no language of origin is specified.