carats
word · lemma: carat
Definition
'Carats' are a unit of weight used to measure precious stones and pearls, especially diamonds. One carat is equal to 200 milligrams.
Usage & Nuances
'Carats' is always used for the weight of gemstones and never for gold (where 'karat' with a 'k' refers to purity). Beware of the spelling difference: 'carat' (gem weight) vs 'karat' (gold purity, US English). Often appears in contexts like '2-carat diamond'.
Spanish: quilatesPortuguese (BR): quilatesPortuguese (PT): quilatesChinese (Simplified): 克拉Chinese (Traditional): 克拉Hindi: कैरेटArabic: قيراط
Example Sentences
The diamond is two carats.
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Emeralds are weighed in carats.
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A pearl’s weight can be given in carats.
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He bought her a ring with three carats of diamonds.
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The jeweler showed us different stones in various carats.
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When it comes to diamonds, more carats mean a higher price.
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