gemas de cristal
/xemas de kɾistal/from spelling rules
The English phrase crystal gems is translated into Spanish as gemas de cristal.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is constructed using gemas (gems) followed by the prepositional phrase de cristal (of crystal).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, Crystal Gems can be translated as Las Gemas de Cristal.
How does it change in a sentence?
To refer to a single crystal gem, the noun gemas is changed to its singular form gema.
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, a 'crystal' object is not just a decoration but is traditionally believed to ward off 'mal de ojo' or the evil eye.
- The word cristal comes from the Ancient Greek word krústallos, which actually meant 'ice'.
- In Spanish, the word cristal often refers specifically to transparent glass, whereas 'cristal' in English can refer to the mineral structure itself.
Examples in context
- Las Gemas de Cristal son poderosas y valientesThe Crystal Gems are powerful and brave
- Hoy voy a comprar una camiseta de Las Gemas de CristalToday I'm going to buy a Crystal Gems t-shirt
- Esas gemas de cristal son muy brillantes.Those crystal gems are very bright.
- Ella colecciona gemas de cristal en su casa.She collects crystal gems in her house.
- Necesito comprar gemas de cristal para el collar.I need to buy crystal gems for the necklace.
Example conversation
Sofía and Alejandro are visiting a jewelry store.
- SofíaMira estas gemas de cristal, Alejandro.Look at these crystal gems, Alejandro.
- AlejandroSon muy hermosas y brillantes.They are very beautiful and bright.
- SofíaQuiero comprar algunas para mi collar.I want to buy some for my necklace.
- AlejandroCreo que quedarían perfectas, Sofía.I think they would look perfect, Sofía.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cristal, de, CC BY-SA 4.0.
