Basic Details
Word: Anklet
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A piece of jewellery worn around the ankle.
Synonyms: Ankle bracelet, ankle chain
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Put a ring on it: To signify a commitment or relationship. Example: "After dating for a few years, he decided to put a ring on it and surprised her with an anklet instead."
- All that glitters is not gold: Not everything that looks valuable is truly valuable. Example: "While her anklet looked beautiful, she remembered that all that glitters is not gold, and checked its quality."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She wore a delicate silver anklet that sparkled in the sunlight.
Example 2: The anklet was gifted to her on her birthday, and it had the initials of her loved ones.
Example 3: During the summer, many girls enjoy wearing colourful anklets as part of their beach outfits.
Fun Fact
Did you know that anklets have been worn for thousands of years, and they were popular in ancient Egypt as symbols of status and wealth?
Famous Quote
"Jewellery is like a biography: a story that tells the history of the person who has worn it." Taffin
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "anklet" mean?
a) A piece of clothing
b) A piece of jewellery worn around the ankle
c) A type of shoe
d) A hairstyle
Answer: b) A piece of jewellery worn around the ankle
2. Which of these is a synonym of "anklet"?
a) Wristwatch
b) Ankle bracelet
c) Hairpin
d) Earring
Answer: b) Ankle bracelet
3. Which sentence uses "anklet" correctly?
a) The anklet was too tight, so she couldnt walk.
b) The anklet brought good luck to her exam.
c) She bought a beautiful anklet for her friend's birthday.
d) He wore an anklet to his swimming competition.
Answer: c) She bought a beautiful anklet for her friend's birthday.
4. Which idiom relates to commitment and can be associated with jewellery?
a) All that glitters is not gold
b) Put a ring on it
c) A diamond in the rough
d) To wear many hats
Answer: b) Put a ring on it
5. What is the opposite of "anklet"?
a) N/A
b) Necklace
c) Ring
d) Bracelet
Answer: a) N/A
