Pearls Meaning in English
word · lemma: pearl
/ˈpɝɫz/
purlz
/pˈɜːlz/
purlz
Definition
Small, round, shiny gems made by oysters or other shellfish, often used in jewelry. The word can also refer to anything beautiful or rare like a pearl.
Usage & Nuances
'Pearls' most often refers to jewelry, especially necklaces ('a string of pearls'). Sometimes used metaphorically ('pearls of wisdom'). Not to be confused with 'beads' or 'gems' which may refer to non-natural or differently shaped stones.
Spanish: perlasPortuguese (BR): pérolasPortuguese (PT): pérolasChinese (Simplified): 珍珠Chinese (Traditional): 珍珠Hindi: मोतीArabic: لآلئBengali: মুক্তোRussian: жемчугJapanese: 真珠Vietnamese: ngọc traiKorean: 진주Turkish: inciUrdu: موتیIndonesian: mutiara
Example Sentences
She wears pearls on special occasions.
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I found some pearls inside the oyster.
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Her necklace is made of pearls.
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He gave her a string of pearls for their anniversary.
natural
Grandma’s pearls have been in the family for generations.
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Her advice was full of little pearls you wouldn't want to forget.
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