Translation guide
Beryl is a mineral family that includes emerald and aquamarine. In Japanese, the general term is 緑柱石, but specific varieties are often referred to by their English-derived names.
Referring to the mineral beryl in a scientific or general context.
The standard Japanese term for the mineral beryl. Used in geology and gemology.
This specimen is beryl.
Loanword from English 'beryl'. Commonly used in jewelry and casual contexts.
I like beryl accessories.
Referring to a specific gemstone variety of beryl.
Emerald, the green variety of beryl. Very common in Japanese.
She bought an emerald ring.
Morganite, the pink to peach variety of beryl.
Morganite is attractive for its gentle hue.
Heliodor, the yellow to golden variety of beryl. Less common term.
Heliodor is a golden-shining beryl.
In everyday conversation, Japanese speakers usually use the specific gemstone name (e.g., エメラルド) rather than the general term ベリル or 緑柱石.
Aquamarine, the blue to blue-green variety of beryl.
Aquamarine is the birthstone for March.