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    Pedrárias (en. Stones)

    /peˈðɾaɾjas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Decorative material made from precious or semi-precious stones.
    The stonework that adorns the necklace is of great value.
    Las pedrárias que adornan el collar son de gran valor.
    The art of working with stones to create jewelry or ornaments.
    The technique of stonework has been perfected over the centuries.
    La técnica de las pedrárias ha sido perfeccionada a lo largo de los siglos.
    Collection of stones used in costume jewelry.
    She has an impressive collection of stonework in different colors.
    Ella tiene una impresionante colección de pedrárias de diferentes colores.

    Etymology

    The word 'stonework' comes from the Latin 'petra', which means stone.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to show off stonework
    To boast about wealth or ostentatious adornments.
    dar piedrárias
    fine stonework
    High-quality precious stone.
    piedrária fina

    Related Words

    stone
    Solid mineral substance.
    piedra
    jewel
    Decorative object made from precious stone.
    joya
    costume jewelry
    Jewelry of lesser value.
    bisutería

    Slang Meanings

    Stones used to show off wealth.
    That ring has spectacular stonework.
    Ese anillo tiene unas pedrárias espectaculares.
    Unnecessary adornments that seek to attract attention.
    I don't like stonework, I prefer something simpler.
    No me gustan las pedrárias, prefiero algo más sencillo.