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UK//ˈdʒuːəlri//US//ˈdʒuːəlri//

Meaning of Jewelry

Ornamental items made from precious metals or stones, worn for decoration.

In simple words: Decorative items worn on the body, like rings and necklaces.

Jewelry in a sentence

  • She wore elegant _______ to the gala.
  • He loves collecting antique _______ from around the world.
  • The store displayed beautiful _______ in the window.

How to use Jewelry

Used in both casual and formal contexts. Avoid using in contexts where items are not for adornment, such as tools or everyday objects.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'jewels in a tree'—imagine jewelry hanging from a tree like shiny ornaments.

Related words

Collocations with Jewelry

  • fashion jewelry
  • fine jewelry
  • jewelry store
  • jewelry box
  • costume jewelry

Synonyms for Jewelry

  • accessories
  • ornaments
  • adornments
  • trinkets
  • baubles

Opposites of Jewelry

  • junk
  • costume jewelry
  • plainness
  • bareness

Common mistakes with Jewelry

  • Confused with 'jewellry' — spelling error.
  • Using 'jewelry' to refer to non-decorative items.
  • Over-generalizing concepts of expensive vs. inexpensive jewelry.

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Frequently asked questions about Jewelry

What does Jewelry mean?

Decorative items worn on the body, like rings and necklaces.

What is the definition of Jewelry?

Ornamental items made from precious metals or stones, worn for decoration.

How do you use Jewelry in a sentence?

She wore elegant _______ to the gala.

Can you give another example of Jewelry?

He loves collecting antique _______ from around the world.

What are synonyms for Jewelry?

Common alternatives include accessories, ornaments, adornments, trinkets, baubles.

What is the opposite of Jewelry?

Opposite meanings include junk, costume jewelry, plainness, bareness.

What words go with Jewelry?

It commonly pairs with fashion jewelry, fine jewelry, jewelry store, jewelry box, costume jewelry.

What are common mistakes when using Jewelry?

Confused with 'jewellry' — spelling error. Using 'jewelry' to refer to non-decorative items. Over-generalizing concepts of expensive vs. inexpensive jewelry.

How do you pronounce Jewelry?

US: //ˈdʒuːəlri//, UK: //ˈdʒuːəlri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Jewelry?

Used in both casual and formal contexts. Avoid using in contexts where items are not for adornment, such as tools or everyday objects.

What CEFR level is Jewelry?

"Jewelry" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.