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VocabJLPT N2

pearl

Noun

Definitions

1. pearl
2. Pearl

A noun meaning "pearl." It refers to the lustrous gem produced by oysters and is used both literally when talking about pearl jewelry and figuratively in expressions. Japan is historically famous for cultured pearl production, so the word appears in cultural and commercial contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Somehow, pearls always make me want to stand up straight.

Sentence 2

Today I wore my grandmother's pearl — the one she left behind.

Sentence 3

Is it true that pearls should be stored in a cloth pouch?

Sentence 4

Maybe someday my words will become pearls and save someone.

Sentence 5

There's no way you can buy pearls at that price.