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thermal insulation, heat insulation
The prevention of heat transfer between areas, typically to maintain indoor temperature and improve energy efficiency in buildings.
COMPOSITION: 断 (cut off, block) + 熱 (heat). Literally "to block heat."
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 断熱材 (insulation material)
- 断熱性能 (insulation performance)
- 断熱工事 (insulation work)
- 断熱リフォーム (insulation renovation)
- 高断熱 (high insulation)
- 断熱ガラス (insulated glass)
ENERGY EFFICIENCY:
- 省エネ (energy saving)
- ZEH ({ゼッチ}): Net Zero Energy House
- 気密性 (airtightness - often paired with insulation)
COMMON INSULATION MATERIALS:
- グラスウール (glass wool)
- ウレタンフォーム (urethane foam)
- セルロースファイバー (cellulose fiber)
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防水 (waterproofing)