gioielli della corona
The English phrase 'crown jewels' is translated into Italian as gioielli della corona.
This phrase refers to the physical regalia of a monarch, but it is also used metaphorically to describe something of great value or importance.
Meaning: royal regalia (name)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of gioielli (jewels), della (of the) and corona (crown).
How does it change in a sentence?
To refer to a single crown jewel, use the singular form gioiello della corona.
Did you know?
- The word corona shares a root with the Italian word cruna, which refers to the eye of a needle.
- While gioielli della corona refers to royal regalia, the word gioiello is often used in Italian to describe a person who is a 'gem' or a darling.
- In a figurative sense, an Italian speaker might use gioiello to describe a perfectly crafted piece of architecture or a rare antique, even if it contains no actual gems.
Examples in context
- La collezione di gioielli della corona britannica è rinomata in tutto il mondo.The collection of British crown jewels is renowned worldwide.
- I gioielli della corona sono in mostra.The crown jewels are on display.
- Il museo custodisce i gioielli della corona.The museum guards the crown jewels.
- Hanno rubato i preziosi gioielli della corona.They stole the precious crown jewels.
Example conversation
Giulia and Matteo are visiting a museum in London.
- GiuliaGuarda, Matteo, sono i gioielli della corona!Look, Matteo, those are the crown jewels!
- MatteoSono davvero spettacolari, Giulia.They are truly spectacular, Giulia.
- GiuliaNon ho mai visto nulla di simile.I have never seen anything like it.
- MatteoÈ un'esperienza incredibile.It is an incredible experience.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries corona, della, CC BY-SA 4.0.
