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perla means pearl — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: July 19, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

perla

noun • /[PEHR-lah]/

pearl

Example:

El rocío brillaba como perlas en la hierba.

The dew glistened like pearls on the grass.

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🧠 What does perla mean?

The word "perla" in Spanish primarily means "pearl" in English. It refers to the hard, lustrous spherical gem formed within the soft tissue of a living shelled mollusk. Beyond its literal meaning, "perla" can also be used figuratively to describe something precious, rare, or exquisite, much like we use "pearl" in English idioms.

📚 Extra examples

  • Encontré una perla en la playa.
    I found a pearl on the beach.
  • Esa canción es una perla de la música española.
    That song is a pearl of Spanish music.
  • Mi abuela siempre decía que yo era su perla.
    My grandmother always said I was her pearl.
  • ¡Qué perla de consejo me has dado!
    What a pearl of wisdom you've given me!

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'pearl' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'pearl' is "perla".
How do you pronounce 'perla' in Spanish?
It's pronounced "PEHR-lah", with the emphasis on the first syllable.
How do you use 'perla' in a sentence?
You can use "perla" literally to talk about the gemstone (e.g., "El collar tiene una perla") or figuratively to describe something precious (e.g., "Ese poema es una perla").
What is the English translation of 'perla'?
The English translation of "perla" is "pearl".
Does 'perla' change for gender or number?
Yes, "perla" is a feminine noun. The plural is "perlas". For example: "una perla" (one pearl), "las perlas" (the pearls).
Is 'perla' common in everyday Spanish?
While not incredibly common in daily conversation, "perla" is understood and used across the Spanish-speaking world, both in its literal and figurative senses.
Does 'perla' have slang or double meanings?
While generally straightforward, using "perla" figuratively can sometimes be tinged with irony or sarcasm, depending on the context.
Is 'perla' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of "perla" are largely consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "perla"

Synonyms: joya, gema, tesoro

💡 Did You Know?

In some Spanish-speaking cultures, pearls are traditionally gifted to mark important milestones, such as a quinceañera (15th birthday celebration).

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