English Word · Intermediate
bijou
A jewel
Pronunciation: /biˈʒuː/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "A jewel.".
Example
[…]a saucepan on the hob, and a brazen bijou over the fireplace designed for the suspension of a roasting-jack.
[…]a saucepan on the hob, and a brazen bijou over the fireplace designed for the suspension of a roasting-jack.
Practice tips
- Practice bijou out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.