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UK//pɜːlz//US//pɜrlz//

Meaning of Pearls

Round, smooth gems formed inside oysters, often used in jewelry.

In simple words: Round, shiny stones made by oysters, used in jewelry.

Pearls in a sentence

  • She wore a stunning necklace of pearls to the gala.
  • The farmer harvested pearls from the oysters last season.
  • Her wisdom was often described as pearls of great value.
  • He gifted her pearls for their anniversary.
  • The necklace contained both diamonds and pearls, making it exquisite.

How to use Pearls

Use 'pearls' to refer to the jewelry context or when describing qualities of wisdom and beauty. It's generally appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of a necklace made of small, round, shiny 'pearls'.

Related words

Collocations with Pearls

  • string of pearls
  • pearls of wisdom
  • cultured pearls
  • pearl necklace

Synonyms for Pearls

Opposites of Pearls

  • pebbles
  • gravel

Common mistakes with Pearls

  • Confused with 'pearl' (singular) vs 'pearls' (plural).
  • Using 'pearls' in contexts unrelated to the gemstone or metaphorical use.
  • Incorrectly spelling 'pearls' as 'perls'.

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Frequently asked questions about Pearls

What does Pearls mean?

Round, shiny stones made by oysters, used in jewelry.

What is the definition of Pearls?

Round, smooth gems formed inside oysters, often used in jewelry.

How do you use Pearls in a sentence?

She wore a stunning necklace of pearls to the gala.

Can you give another example of Pearls?

The farmer harvested pearls from the oysters last season.

What are synonyms for Pearls?

Common alternatives include gems, beads, jewels, ornaments.

What is the opposite of Pearls?

Opposite meanings include pebbles, gravel.

What words go with Pearls?

It commonly pairs with string of pearls, pearls of wisdom, cultured pearls, pearl necklace.

What are common mistakes when using Pearls?

Confused with 'pearl' (singular) vs 'pearls' (plural). Using 'pearls' in contexts unrelated to the gemstone or metaphorical use. Incorrectly spelling 'pearls' as 'perls'.

How do you pronounce Pearls?

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

When should I use Pearls?

Use 'pearls' to refer to the jewelry context or when describing qualities of wisdom and beauty. It's generally appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.