ビニール
びにーる
noun
vinyl, plastic (bag/sheet)
1.
vinyl, plastic sheeting or bags
A general term for plastic film, sheets, or bags. In everyday Japanese, used broadly for various types of plastic materials, not just true vinyl.
Usage
In Japanese, ビニール is used as a general term for plastic film and related products, even when the material is not technically vinyl (polyvinyl chloride). The word functions both as a standalone noun and as a modifier.
Since July 2020, Japan has required retailers to charge for ビニール袋 (plastic bags), leading many people to carry エコバッグ (reusable bags) instead.
Common collocations
- ビニール袋 (plastic bag)
- ビニール傘 (vinyl umbrella — clear, disposable)
- ビニールハウス (vinyl greenhouse)
- ビニールシート (vinyl/plastic sheet)
- ビニール手袋 (vinyl/plastic gloves)
Etymology
From English "vinyl."