珠宝 (zhū bǎo) — jewels, jewelry, precious stones
Definition
Jewelry and precious stones as a category (necklaces, rings, etc.). Narrower than 首饰 (general ornaments, including costume pieces); broader than 宝石 (single gems) or 珍珠 (just pearls).
noun
jewelsjewelryprecious stones
Measure word · 件
Examples
- 珠宝。Tā dài de zhū bǎo fēi cháng piào liang.The jewelry she wears is very beautiful.
- 珠宝。Zhè jiā diàn yǐ chū shòu gāo dàng zhū bǎo wén míng.This shop is famous for selling high-end jewelry.
- 珠宝。Tā huā le hěn duō qián mǎi zhū bǎo.She spent a lot of money buying jewelry.
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