Korean word

보석

Pronunciation

Romanizationposeok

Meaning

  • nounjewel

Example

어머니께 보석을 선물했어요.eo meo ni kke po seo geul seon mul hae sseo yo

I gave my mother a jewel.

Illustration for 보석 (jewel)

More examples

보석이 반짝여서 눈에 띄었어요.po seo gi pan jja gyeo seo nu ne tti eo sseo yo

The jewel caught my eye because it was sparkling.

Core concept

A precious, durable stone valued for its beauty, or an ornament made from such a stone.

Common phrases

  • 값비싼 보석kap ppi ssan po seok

    expensive jewel

  • 보석을 선물하다po seo geul seon mul ha da

    give a jewel as a gift

  • 반짝이는 보석pan jja gi neun po seok

    sparkling jewel

Similar words

장신구changsingu: A decorative item worn on the body, such as a necklace or ring.
귀금속kwigeumsok: A valuable metal such as gold or silver, often used to make decorative items.
보석상poseokssang: A shop or business that sells precious stones and decorative items.

Definition in Korean

귀하고 단단한 돌로서 장식에 쓰이거나 그 돌로 만든 장신구를 이르는 말.kwi ha go tan dan han tol lo seo chang si ge sseu i geo na keu tol lo man deun chang sin gu reul i reu neun mal

Word origin

The Sino-Korean word 보석 (boseok, "jewel") combines the ideas of treasure and stone, pointing to a valuable stone.

Usage tips

  • In shopping contexts, words meaning natural, synthetic, and imitation often accompany this noun, helping learners understand whether a seller is discussing authenticity.

Other meanings

  • jewelrynoun

Related words

  • 보석함poseokamjewelry boxnoun
  • 보석상poseokssangjewelry storenoun

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