Meaning

Primary

Jewel

Alternative

Gem

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

A treasure stone is a very valuable stone. What kind of stones are considered treasures? How about a jewel, or a gem?

Reading

ほうせき
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 王女の宝石

    the princess's jewels

    他の宝石

    other jewels

Context Sentences

これは母の大切な宝石です。

This is my mother's prized jewel.

このネックレス小さい宝石がついてて、かわいいよ。

This necklace has a small jewel and it's cute.

宝石がすきな男ですが、それがなにか?

I'm a man who likes jewelry. Is that a problem?

Kanji Composition