Basic Details
Word: Pearl
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A valuable, round object that is formed inside the shell of an oyster and is often used in jewellery.
Synonyms: Gem, treasure, bead
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Pearls before swine: Giving something valuable to those who cannot appreciate it. Example: "Sharing your knowledge with people who aren't interested is like throwing pearls before swine."
- To cast a pearl: To share something precious or valuable with those who do not understand its worth. Example: "He felt he was casting pearls when he revealed his creative ideas to the uninterested group."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The necklace was beautifully adorned with a single pearl that shimmered in the light.
Example 2: During our holiday by the seaside, we learned how to dive for oysters in search of pearls.
Example 3: The little girl wore a dress with pearl buttons that made her look like a princess.
Fun Fact
Did you know that pearls are the only gemstones that come from a living creature? They are formed as a natural defence against an irritant that enters an oyster's shell.
Famous Quote
"A pearl is a beautiful thing that is a result of a long and painful experience." Jasmin Darznik
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pearl" mean?
a) A stone
b) A type of fish
c) A valuable object from an oyster
d) A shell
Answer: c) A valuable object from an oyster
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pearl"?
a) Stone
b) Gem
c) Rock
d) Leaf
Answer: b) Gem
3. Which sentence uses "pearl" correctly?
a) The pearl was found on the beach.
b) The pearl was painted in bright colours.
c) The pearl swam through the water.
d) The pearl was very heavy like a rock.
Answer: a) The pearl was found on the beach.
4. Which idiom means giving value to those who do not appreciate it?
a) Pearls before swine
b) To cast a pearl
c) A diamond in the rough
d) As clear as crystal
Answer: a) Pearls before swine
5. What is the opposite of "pearl"?
a) N/A
b) Rock
c) Clay
d) Seaweed
Answer: a) N/A
