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jadeite

 

[ หˆdส’eษช.daษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

gemstone, mineral

Jadeite is a type of jade, a precious stone that is typically green but can also appear in other colors, such as white, yellow, and lavender. It is one of the two primary minerals that are used to create jade, the other being nephrite. Jadeite is more valuable and rarer than nephrite and is primarily found in Myanmar (Burma). Often used in jewelry and decorative items, jadeite is prized for its beauty and toughness, making it a favored choice among artisans and collectors alike. Its value can be significantly affected by its color, clarity, and texture.

Synonyms

gemstone, greenstone, jade

Examples of usage

  • The antique bracelet is made of jadeite.
  • She wore a stunning jadeite pendant to the gala.
  • Jadeite carvings are highly sought after by collectors.
  • The ring features a beautiful piece of jadeite.
  • He inherited a jadeite necklace from his grandmother.

Translations

Translations of the word "jadeite" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น jadeรญta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅ‡เคกเคพเค‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Jadeit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jadeit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะถะฐะดะตะธั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jadeit

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฟก็ฟ  (ใฒใ™ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jadรฉite

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ jadeรญta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท jadeit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ œ์ด๋“œ๋ผ์ดํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุงุฏูŠุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jadeit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jadeit

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฟก็ฟ  (fฤ›icuรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jadeit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jadeit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะดะตะธั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒแƒ“แƒ”แƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jadeit

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ jadeรญta

Etymology

The word 'jadeite' originates from the Spanish term 'piedra de ijada', which means 'stone of the flank', referring to the stone's supposed ability to cure ailments related to the kidneys and flank pain. Initially, the term 'jade' was used for both nephrite and jadeite, but as jadeite was recognized as a distinct mineral, the name 'jadeite' was introduced in the late 19th century. This mineral is part of the pyroxene group, and its identification as separate from nephrite was made possible through advancements in gemological testing. The demand for jadeite increased significantly in the early 20th century, particularly in Chinese culture, where it is considered a highly auspicious stone. Today, jadeite remains a symbol of status and wealth, continuing to fascinate collectors and jewelers around the world.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,162, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.