Bijoutier (en. Jeweler)
/biʒ.u.tje/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A person who creates or sells jewelry.
The jeweler designed a custom ring for his client.
Le bijoutier a conçu une bague sur mesure pour son client.
A store where jewelry is sold.
She bought her necklace at a renowned jewelry store.
Elle a acheté son collier dans une bijouterie de renom.
Specialist in precious stones and precious metals.
The jeweler assessed the value of my diamond.
Le bijoutier a évalué la valeur de mon diamant.
Etymology
Comes from the word 'jewel', which refers to a personal decorative object.
Common Phrases and Expressions
luxury jeweler
Jeweler specialized in high-end jewelry.
bijoutier de luxe
to go to the jeweler
Visit a professional to repair or buy jewelry.
aller chez le bijoutier
to have a piece of jewelry made
Ask a jeweler to create a custom piece of jewelry.
faire faire un bijou
Related Words
jewel
Decorative object worn as an accessory, often in precious metals.
bijou
jewelry
The art and technique of jewelry creation.
joaillerie
goldsmith
Artisan working with precious metals.
orfèvre
Slang Meanings
Trendy or fashionable piece of jewelry.
Look at that jeweler who makes super stylish creations.
Regarde ce bijoutier qui fait des créations super stylées.
Person who sells inexpensive jewelry.
That local jeweler sells fake jewelry as if it were real.
Ce bijoutier du coin vend des faux bijoux comme des vrais.