noun
raindrops; raindrops like jewels
Poetic or literary term for raindrops, often likened to jewels or crystal beads. Not an everyday weather word; used in classical poetry, lyrics, or evocative descriptions.
軒先から玉水がしたたり落ちる。
Jewel-like raindrops drip from the eaves.
noun
clean water; pure water
Refers to water that is clear, pure, and beautiful, as if jewel-like. Also a poetic or refined expression, not used for ordinary tap water.
山の湧き水はまさに玉水だ。
The mountain spring water is truly like jewel water.