English–Chinese
“papermaking” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinzào zhǐ shù
Example
造纸术是在古代中国发明的。zào zhǐ shù shì zài gǔ dài zhōng guó fā míng de
Papermaking was invented in ancient China.
How to say “papermaking” in Chinese
“Papermaking” in Chinese is 造纸术 (zào zhǐ shù).
Plant fibers are transformed into thin sheets or rolls that can carry writing.
Example sentences with 造纸术
非营利组织举办工作坊，教当地居民造纸术的传统技艺。fēi yíng lì zǔ zhī jǔ bàn gōng zuò fang jiào dāng dì jū mín zào zhǐ shù de chuán tǒng jì yì
A nonprofit organization holds a workshop to teach local residents traditional papermaking techniques.
Tips for using 造纸术
- In everyday conversation, this formal noun is most natural in historical, educational, or technical contexts, rather than when simply talking about paper at home or work.