How to say "jewellery" in Japanese
Choosing the right word
- nounThe katakana loanword for jewellery: rings, necklaces and other ornaments worn as personal accessories. This is the word you reach for when talking about jewellery itself, as fashion or adornment.
- 宝飾ほうしょくnounA Sino-Japanese term for jewels and ornaments, strongly associated with the jewellery trade and industry; it suits talk of merchandise, craftsmanship and the business rather than a single piece you are wearing.
Use 「ジュエリー」 for jewellery as personal accessories in everyday conversation; use 宝飾 for jewels and ornaments in trade, industry and merchandise contexts; both can translate 'jewellery'.
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