Joyería (en. Jewelry)

/xoˈeɾia/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Activity or establishment dedicated to the creation and sale of jewelry.
The jewelry store in the center has a wide collection of rings.
La joyería del centro tiene una amplia colección de anillos.
A set of jewels that can be worn on a person.
She wore stunning jewelry at her wedding.
Llevaba una joyería espléndida en su boda.
Store or shop where jewelry is offered.
I went to the jewelry store to buy a pearl necklace.
Fui a la joyería para comprar un collar de perlas.

Etymology

The word 'jewelry' comes from the term 'jewel', which in turn has roots in the Latin 'jocale', meaning 'toy' or 'small thing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

of gold and jewelry
It refers to wealth or luxury.
del oro y la joyería
to be in the jewelry store
To visit or buy in a jewelry store.
estar en la joyería
fine jewelry
High-quality jewelry products.
joyería fina

Related Words

jewel
Decorative object used as personal adornment, usually made of precious material.
joya
necklace
Adornment worn around the neck, usually made of jewelry.
collar
ring
Circular jewel worn on fingers, often as a symbol of commitment.
anillo

Slang Meanings

Jewel of great value.
That bracelet is a jewel, I have to take good care of it.
Esa pulsera es una joyería, tengo que cuidarla bien.
Something very valued or cherished.
This book is my jewel, I don’t lend it to anyone.
Este libro es mi joyería, no se lo presto a nadie.