"gemstone" in Chinese (Simplified)
宝石
Definition
宝石是指经过切割和打磨,用于珠宝或装饰的珍贵或次珍贵石头。例如:钻石、红宝石和祖母绿。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
“Gemstone” 用于正式场合,多见于珠宝和地质术语。常见搭配有“precious gemstone”“synthetic gemstone”。不是所有闪亮的石头都叫宝石,一定要有价值且适合切割和打磨。
Examples
She wore a beautiful gemstone on her necklace.
她项链上戴着一颗漂亮的**宝石**。
Diamonds are the most popular gemstone for engagement rings.
钻石是订婚戒指中最受欢迎的**宝石**。
Each gemstone has its own color and value.
每种**宝石**都有自己的颜色和价值。
This ring isn't just gold—it's set with a rare gemstone.
这枚戒指不仅是金的,还镶嵌了一颗稀有的**宝石**。
Collectors are always looking for unique gemstones from around the world.
收藏家总是在世界各地寻找独特的**宝石**。
Some birthstones are well-known gemstones, like emerald for May.
有些生日石就是著名的**宝石**,比如五月的祖母绿。