English–Japanese

“gem” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajihōseki

Example

この指輪には宝石が付いています。ko no yubi wa ni wa hō seki ga tsu i te i ma su

This ring has a gem.

Illustration for 宝石 (gem)

How to say “gem” in Japanese

“Gem” in Japanese is 宝石 (hōseki).

A beautiful, durable material is valued for its rarity and used as an ornament.

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

Example sentences with 宝石

母の誕生日に、店で宝石を選びました。haha no tan jō hi ni mise de hō seki o era bi ma shi ta

I chose a gem at the store for my mother's birthday.

Tips for using 宝石

  • In English, gem can also describe a person or thing that is unusually admirable, extending the idea of a precious object to a wider compliment.

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