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treasure

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈtrɛʒɚ/ · UK /ˈtrɛʒə/

Forms: treasures, treasured

treasure means: A collection of valuable objects, such as gold, silver, money, or jewels.

noun

VALUABLE OBJECTSB1

A collection of valuable objects, such as gold, silver, money, or jewels.

  • They found treasure in the cave.
  • The pirates buried their treasure on an island.
  • A chest of treasure lay beneath the sea.

Similar words: riches, wealth

Common phrases: buried treasure, treasure chest, hidden treasure

VALUED PERSONB2

A person or thing that is loved or considered especially valuable.

  • Our grandmother is a real treasure.
  • The museum holds many artistic treasures.
  • People regard the singer as a national treasure.

Similar words: gem, jewel

Common phrases: national treasure, a real treasure, cultural treasure

verb

VALUE DEEPLYB2

To care about someone or something very much and keep them close to your heart.

  • I treasure this little ring.
  • She treasured every moment with her children.
  • We will always treasure the memories of that summer.

Similar words: cherish, value, prize

Common phrases: treasure a memory, treasure something forever, treasure your friendship, treasure a gift

Questions about treasure

What does treasure mean?

A collection of valuable objects, such as gold, silver, money, or jewels.

What is treasure in other languages?

Türkçe: hazine · Español: tesoro · Français: trésor · Deutsch: Schatz · Italiano: tesoro · 日本語: 財宝

How do you pronounce treasure?

In American English /ˈtrɛʒɚ/; in British English /ˈtrɛʒə/.

How do you use treasure in a sentence?

They found treasure in the cave. The pirates buried their treasure on an island.

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