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How to Say ‘Plain embryo’ in Simplified Chinese

素胚

💬 Usage Tip: Literal translation; refers to unpainted porcelain.

🇨🇳 In China: This term highlights the craftsmanship in porcelain making, starting from its raw form.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

素胚

[sù pēi]

plain clay

An unpainted or unglazed piece of pottery.

Example

艺术家用素胚制作了一个茶壶。

The artist made a teapot using plain clay.

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