A material that transmits some of the light that reaches it is called translucent.

Here's why:

* Opaque materials block all light. You can't see through them.

* Transparent materials let all light pass through, allowing you to see clearly through them.

* Translucent materials allow some light to pass through, but they scatter the light so you can't see clearly through them.

Examples of translucent materials include:

* Frosted glass

* Wax paper

* Thin paper

* Some types of plastic

* Stained glass