perlas
“perlas” means “pearls” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
pearls
Also: beads, gems
📝 In Action
Ella heredó un hermoso collar de perlas de su abuela.
A2She inherited a beautiful pearl necklace from her grandmother.
Gotas de sudor, como pequeñas perlas, cubrían su frente.
B1Drops of sweat, like small beads, covered his forehead.
Sus palabras eran perlas de sabiduría.
B2His words were gems of wisdom.
perfectly
Also: great, like a charm
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Este café me viene de perlas ahora mismo.
B1This coffee is exactly what I need right now.
Tus llaves me van de perlas para abrir esta caja.
B1Your keys work perfectly for opening this box.
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Quick Quiz: perlas
Question 1 of 1
If a friend says 'Tu ayuda me viene de perlas,' what do they mean?
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From the Late Latin 'perla', which likely came from a blend of 'perna' (a ham-shaped mollusk) and 'pirula' (meaning 'little pear'), referring to the gem's shape.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'perlas' to describe sweat?
Yes, in a literary or descriptive way, you can say 'perlas de sudor' to describe beads of sweat, especially if they look like clear, round drops.
Is 'de perlas' formal or informal?
It is generally informal but polite. You can use it with friends or coworkers to express that something is very helpful or convenient.