钻
石

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The word 钻石 (zuànshí), meaning "diamond", is formed by directly combining two concepts: 钻 (zuān/zuàn), which means "to drill" or "a drill", and 石 (shí), meaning "stone". It literally translates to "drill stone", a name derived from the diamond's supreme hardness and its historical use in drill bits and cutting tools. The term thus captures the gem's most definitive physical property and practical application, rather than its appearance or value.

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这颗钻石非常闪亮。

Zhè kē zuànshí fēicháng shǎnliàng.

This diamond is very shiny.

这枚钻石戒指来自南非。

Zhè méi zuànshí jièzhǐ láizì Nánfēi.

This diamond ring is from South Africa.

她项链上的钻石闪耀着光芒。

Tā xiàngliàn shàng de zuànshí shǎnyào zhe guāngmáng.

The diamond on her necklace sparkles brightly.

钻石是自然界中最坚硬的物质。

Zuànshí shì zìránjiè zhōng zuì jiānyìng de wùzhì.

Diamond is the hardest natural substance.

钻石的价值取决于其切工、净度和颜色。

Zuànshí de jiàzhí qǔjué yú qí qiēgōng, jìngdù hé yánsè.

The value of a diamond depends on its cut, clarity, and color.

Word Definition - 钻石

zuàn shí diamond; CL:顆|颗[kē]

Individual Character Details

钻 zuàn, zuān, zuàn
石 shí, dàn, shí