der Schmuck
Translation
jewellery, ornament, adornment
Examples
Sie trägt teuren Schmuck.
She is wearing expensive jewellery.
Der Schmuck ist aus Gold.
The jewellery is made of gold.
Grammar Patterns
to wear jewellery Schmuck tragen She prefers to wear silver jewellery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Juwelen (jewels), Accessoire (accessory).
Etymology
From Middle High German 'smuc', meaning 'finery, adornment'. Related to 'schmiegen' (to nestle, cling).
Memory Tips
Learn it together with the verb 'schmücken' (to decorate). 'Schmuck' is what you use to 'schmücken' yourself.