Pronunciation guide

How to pronounce jewelry

JOO-ul-ree - three syllables; the UK spelling 'jewellery' adds a syllable, 'JOO-uh-luh-ree'

US/ˈdʒuəlɹi/

dʒuəlɹi

UK/ˈdʒuːəlɹi/

dʒuːəlɹi

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Common mistake

Often flipped to 'JOO-luh-ree'; the order is 'JOO-ul-ree'.

What “jewelry” means

Decorative items worn for personal adornment, such as rings, necklaces, bracelets and earrings, typically made of or set with precious metals and stones. (UK spelling: 'jewellery'.)

In a sentence

  • She locked her jewelry in the hotel safe before heading down to the beach.
  • The museum's jewelry collection includes crowns and royal brooches.

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