成形型：mold, die

この発明は成形型を使って樹脂成形品を製造する。

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This invention manufactures resin molded products using a molding die.

あなた:

How about "molding mold" instead of "molding die"?

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Using "molding mold" instead of "molding die" is technically acceptable but less commonly used in English. Here's a comparison of the two terms:

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"Molding Die"

• Meaning: Refers to a tool or device used to shape material in manufacturing processes. In English, "die" is often used for precision tools, especially in technical or engineering contexts.
• Suitability: Commonly used in formal or technical descriptions of manufacturing, especially when discussing injection molding or die casting.
• Example: "This invention manufactures resin molded products using a molding die."

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"Molding Mold"

• Meaning: A "mold" refers to the cavity or hollow form into which material is poured or injected to take its shape. Adding "molding" to "mold" might feel redundant to native speakers.
• Suitability: Understandable but less idiomatic in English. It may sound repetitive because "mold" already implies "molding."
• Example: "This invention manufactures resin molded products using a molding mold."

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Recommendation:

• Stick with "molding die" for technical precision and conciseness.
• If "mold" is preferred, simply use "mold" without adding "molding":
  "This invention manufactures resin molded products using a mold."

Final Suggestion:

"This invention manufactures resin molded products using a molding die." is the clearest and most professional choice for technical contexts.

あなた:

"Die" sounds to me like it's typically used in a process in which a hard or rigid material, like a sheet of metal, is placed in it and a force is applied to it to form the material into a desired shape, whereas "mold" sounds like it involves pouring a more fluid material, like a liquid or a paste, into it and let it stand until it dries or cures to take a desired shape. Is it acceptable to use "die" when the process is more like the latter?

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Your distinction between "die" and "mold" is insightful and aligns with how these terms are typically used in English manufacturing terminology:

• "Die": Often associated with processes like stamping, pressing, or extrusion, where a hard or rigid material (like metal or plastic) is shaped using force.
• "Mold": Commonly used for processes like injection molding, casting, or forming, where a fluid or semi-fluid material (e.g., resin, molten plastic) is poured or injected into a cavity and solidifies to take the desired shape.

Acceptability of Using "Die" for Fluid Processes:

• Using "die" for processes involving fluid or semi-fluid materials, such as resin, is less common and might lead to confusion.
• "Die" is technically used in some fluid-related processes, such as extrusion dies or blow molding dies, but these are specific to shaping materials as they solidify.
• For general cases where a fluid material is poured or injected, "mold" is the more natural and widely understood term.

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Recommendation:

If the process involves fluid materials, stick with "mold" to avoid confusion and align with common usage. For example:

• "This invention manufactures resin molded products using a mold."

If the process involves rigid materials or shaping through force, "die" is appropriate.

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Summary:

It’s best to use "mold" for processes involving pouring, injecting, or curing fluid materials, and reserve "die" for processes that apply force to shape solid or semi-solid materials. Using these terms in their conventional contexts ensures clarity and avoids potential misunderstandings.

あなた:

How about "shaping mold" for 成形型?

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"Shaping mold" is a reasonable translation for 成形型 and can work in certain contexts. However, its suitability depends on the nuance and clarity you want to achieve:

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Pros of "Shaping Mold":

1. Descriptive: Combines the idea of shaping and molding, making the function of the tool explicit.
2. Accurate: Aligns well with processes involving fluid or semi-fluid materials, like resin molding.
3. Understandable: Clearly conveys the idea of a mold used to shape materials.

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Cons of "Shaping Mold":

1. Uncommon in English: Native speakers rarely pair "shaping" with "mold" because "mold" already implies shaping.
2. Potential Redundancy: "Mold" inherently suggests a shaping function, so adding "shaping" might feel repetitive.

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Recommendation:

If you want to emphasize the function of 成形型 as a tool specifically for shaping, "shaping mold" is acceptable. However, for smoother and more natural English, simply "mold" or "molding mold" is often sufficient.

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Suggested Phrasings:

1. "This invention manufactures resin molded products using a mold."
   (Concise and clear.)
2. "This invention manufactures resin molded products using a shaping mold."
   (Adds emphasis on shaping, though less common.)
3. "This invention manufactures resin molded products using a molding mold."
   (Technical and precise, though slightly redundant.)

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For most contexts, "mold" is preferred due to its simplicity and common usage. Use "shaping mold" if you feel the additional description is necessary to convey the intended meaning.