Bijou (en. Jewel)

/bi.ʒu/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A small decorative object, often worn as an accessory.

She received a magnificent jewel for her birthday.

Elle a reçu un bijou magnifique pour son anniversaire.

A work of art or fine craftsmanship.

The shop sells very refined handmade jewels.

La boutique vend des bijoux faits main très raffinés.

A term of endearment to refer to a precious person.

My little jewel, come here!

Mon petit bijou, viens ici !

From Old French 'bijou', stemming from Latin 'bellus' which means 'beautiful'.

family heirloom

An inherited jewel, precious to the family.

bijou de famille

a little jewel

An object or a person of great quality despite its small size.

un petit bijou

handcrafted jewel

Handcrafted jewel, often unique.

bijou artisanale

jewelry store

Store where jewelry is sold.

bijouterie

jeweler

Person who makes or sells jewelry.

bijoutier

ornament

Decorative or embellishing object.

ornement

Affectionate expression for a loved one.

He always calls me 'my jewel' when he's happy.

Il m'appelle toujours 'mon bijou' quand il est content.

A coveted or exceptional object.

This gadget is a real jewel of technology.

Ce gadget est un vrai bijou de technologie.