What is proper name for "papel chino"?

Question

WHAT is the proper english word for "papel chino"

that is the thin white paper that comes in large sheets

in Mexico it is used for wrapping and handcrafts etc.

Rice paper. - rac1, Oct 20, 2014

Answer 1

I think you are referring to what I usually call "tissue paper" - distinct from "tissues" like kleenex or toilet tissue, another name for toilet paper.

It can be white or come in various colors.

Tissue paper is often used to wrap things to protect them; also the colored version is used to decorate gift bags.

Here are the wiki entries for tissue paper and rice paper:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rice_paper

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tissue_paper

But it could be that RAC1 is right- I am not sure. - bosquederoble, Oct 20, 2014

Answer 2

I would call it rice paper also. l buy and use rice paper for my craft work. If chino translates as Chinese, that would be a good clue as rice paper originally came from China and Japan. The stuff l buy these days from Ebay still comes from China.

Answer 3

papel de seda = tissue paper

Answer 4

I used the phrase "tissue paper" in the subtitles; about minute 1:08

http://youtu.be/nHK0-rAcKU0?list=UUTkEa3I6Oog9Vm29bnGaR8g

Dozens of times I have found help at Spanish Dict. Thanks again!

I read your profile and watched the video. Very interesting! :) - Findy, Oct 21, 2014