1.
insulation material; thermal insulation
material used to reduce heat transfer, commonly used in buildings to maintain temperature
壁に断熱材を入れる。
To put insulation in the walls.
断熱材の種類によって効果が異なる。
The effectiveness varies depending on the type of insulation material.
古い家は断熱材が不足していることが多い。
Old houses often lack sufficient insulation.
断熱材 refers to materials used to prevent heat transfer in buildings, reducing energy loss.
WORD STRUCTURE:
断 (cut/block) + 熱 (heat) + 材 (material)
COMMON TYPES:
- グラスウール: glass wool
- 発泡スチロール: styrofoam/expanded polystyrene
- セルロースファイバー: cellulose fiber
- ウレタンフォーム: urethane foam
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 断熱材を入れる: to install insulation
- 断熱材を敷く: to lay insulation
RELATED TERMS:
- 断熱: thermal insulation (concept)
- 断熱性: insulation property
- 気密性: airtightness
- 保温: heat retention