Ornamental Meaning in English
word
ˌɔɹnəˈmɛntəɫ
or-nuh-MEN-tl
ˌɔːnəmˈɛntəl
aw-nuh-MEN-tl
Definition
Used for decoration or to make something look more attractive, not for a practical purpose. Often describes objects, plants, or designs.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily formal or neutral; rarely used as slang. Commonly used with words like 'plants,' 'objects,' and 'design.' Not used for people. Don't confuse with 'ornament,' which is a noun (the actual decorative item).
Spanish: ornamental - decorativoPortuguese (BR): ornamental - decorativoPortuguese (PT): ornamental - decorativoChinese (Simplified): 装饰性的 - 装饰用的Chinese (Traditional): 裝飾性的 - 裝飾用的Hindi: सजावटीArabic: زخرفي - تزيينيBengali: সৌন্দর্যবর্ধক - অলংকারমূলকRussian: декоративныйJapanese: 装飾用の - 観賞用のVietnamese: trang tríKorean: 장식용의Turkish: süs - dekoratifUrdu: زینتیIndonesian: ornamental - hiasan
Example Sentences
She bought ornamental flowers for her living room.
basic
The garden has many ornamental plants.
basic
They used ornamental lights for the festival.
basic
That vase isn't just decorative—it's truly ornamental.
natural
A lot of old buildings have ornamental details around the windows.
natural
He wore a suit with an ornamental pin on the collar.
natural