Refers to the physical substance something is made of, such as wood, metal, or plastic. Common in product descriptions and technical contexts.
この家具の材質はオークです。
The material of this furniture is oak.
製品の材質を確認してください。
Please check the material of the product.
material quality; quality of material
Focuses on the inherent properties or grade of a material, such as durability, texture, or purity. Sense 3 (quality of wood/lumber) is a specific subset often used in woodworking or construction.
この木材は材質が良いので長持ちします。
This lumber lasts long because of its good quality.
材質によって価格が大きく変わります。
The price varies greatly depending on the material quality.
This bag's material is genuine leather.
This furniture is made of good-quality material, so it lasts a long time.
You choose the material according to its intended use.
This brand is very particular about the materials it uses.