首饰 shǒushì jewelry
jewelry; head ornament
How to remember 首饰: 首 head + 饰 to decorate = jewelry.
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How it is used
- Jewelry / personal ornaments - 金银首饰 (jīn yín shǒushì) gold and silver jewelry, 佩戴首饰 (pèidài shǒushì) to wear jewelry.
- Covers worn adornments (rings, necklaces, earrings) as a category; originally 'head ornaments'.
- Register: everyday/retail; distinct from 珠宝 (zhūbǎo, gems/precious jewelry).