Necklace
/ˈnɛklɪs/
nounA2
Definition
A necklace is something people wear around their neck to decorate themselves. It can be made from many materials like metal, stones, or beads. People often wear necklaces as fashion items or to show something special.
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Jewelry worn around the neck
- •She wore a gold necklace to the party.
- •The necklace had a small heart-shaped pendant.
- •He gave her a pearl necklace for their anniversary.
(Less common) Something shaped like a necklace (rare usage)
- •The mountain range formed a necklace of peaks along the horizon.
Make It Stick
- ✓Think of "necklace" like "chain" (A1 word), but worn around your neck as a decoration.
- ✓Picture a shiny string of small beads or a metal chain resting on someone's neck.
- ✓It's the feeling of wearing something pretty that makes you feel special or dressed up.
- ✓Sounds like "neck-lace" → imagine a lace (soft cloth) wrapped gently around your neck.
- ✓Remember special occasions like birthdays or holidays when someone gives a necklace as a gift.
- ✓NOT like "ring" (worn on finger), necklace is worn around the neck.
- ✓NOT like "bracelet" (worn on wrist), necklace is higher and more visible.
- ✓NOT like "scarf" (made of cloth for warmth), necklace is for decoration only.
Try Other Words
- •Pendant: a piece of jewelry that hangs from a chain (Use when focusing on the hanging part of a necklace)
- •Choker: a tight necklace worn close to the neck (Use when the necklace fits tightly)
- •Collar: a wide necklace or band (Use for a necklace that looks like a collar)
- •Chain: a simple linked metal necklace (Use when the necklace is plain metal links)
Unboxing
- •Word parts: "neck" (the body part) + "lace" (a type of fabric or string)
- •Etymology: From Old English "neclace," meaning a band or collar for the neck
- •Historical development: Originally meant any band or collar worn around the neck; over time, it became jewelry
- •Modern usage: Now mainly means decorative jewelry worn around the neck, often made of metal, beads, or stones
Reflect & Connect
•How do necklaces show personal style or cultural identity in different countries?
•What special meanings can a necklace have beyond just decoration?
Fill in the blanks
1.She wore a necklace ___ a small, shiny pendant that caught the light.
2.A necklace is usually worn ___ the neck to decorate or show style.
3.Unlike a bracelet, a necklace is worn ___ the wrist.
4.People often give a necklace as a gift to show ___ or friendship.
5.A choker is a type of necklace that fits ___ to the neck.
6.The necklace was made of gold and ___ with small diamonds.
7.Wearing a necklace can make someone feel ___ or more dressed up.