joya

la joya(
hoh
-
yah
)
A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
feminine noun
a. piece of jewelry
Regionalism used in the United States
(United States)
Empeñé mi reloj y una joya.I pawned my watch and a piece of jewelry.
b. piece of jewellery
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom
(United Kingdom)
El tasador dijo que esta joya vale $20,000.The assessor said this piece of jewellery is worth $20,000.
c. gem
La duquesa guarda todas sus joyas en la caja fuerte.The duchess keeps all her gems in the safe.
a. gem
Carlos es una joya; siempre está dispuesto a ayudar a los demás.Carlos is a gem; he's always willing to help others.
b. treasure
El antiguo casino es una joya nacional que se debería preservar.The old casino is a national treasure that should be preserved.
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