earrings

IPA/ˈɪə.rɪŋ/
KK[ˈɪrɪŋz]IPA/ˈɪr.ɪŋ/

earrings — noun

  • earringssingular
  • earringsesplural

1. small decorative objects that people wear on their ears, either through a small

1.名詞A1
釋義

small decorative objects that people wear on their ears, either through a small hole made in the earlobe (piercing) or by using a clip that holds them in place without a hole

例句

Léa bought a pair of silver earrings for her sister's birthday.

pair of + earrings

The gold earrings that Noor inherited from her grandmother are very old.

gold / silver / beaded + earrings for material

文法句型

pair of + earrings

wear + earrings

用法筆記

The singular form 'earring' exists for one piece, but native speakers usually use the plural 'earrings' even when referring to a single item in everyday speech ('She wore a single earring' to stress exactly one; otherwise 'She wore earrings' for a pair or for earrings in general).

常見錯誤

❌I need to buy a new earring for tonight.' (when planning to wear one on each ear).
✅I need to buy new earrings for tonight.
💡Wearing a pair on both ears, use the plural form.
❌She put on her earring before the party.' (when wearing a matching set).
✅She put on her earrings before the party.
💡Unless she only wears one, use the plural for a pair.