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“pearl” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈpeɾla/

Example

Las perlas del collar son de buena calidad.

The pearls on the necklace are of good quality.

Illustration for perla (pearl)

How to say “pearl” in Spanish

“Pearl” in Spanish is perla.

A smooth, lustrous spherical gem produced by certain mollusks and worn in necklaces and earrings.

Full entry for perla: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with perla

La perla natural es muy valorada.

The natural pearl is highly valued.

Tips for using perla

  • Spanish uses the same word for natural and cultured pearls, and the phrase 'es una perla' can be sincere praise or ironic depending on tone.

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