trinket

noun
UK: /ˈtrɪŋkɪt/
US: /ˈtrɪŋkɪt/

  1. A small, decorative object that is not worth much money.

    1. She bought a small trinket at the souvenir shop for her friend.
    2. The market stall was full of trinkets and other cheap souvenirs for tourists.

  2. A piece of jewellery, such as a necklace or a bracelet, that is not very valuable.

    1. She wore a silver trinket around her wrist as a fashion statement.
    2. The girl received a beautiful box filled with glittering trinkets for her birthday.

Synonyms

bauble gewgaw ornament toy

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "trinket" in English means: A small, decorative object that is not worth much money., A piece of jewellery, such as a necklace or a bracelet, that is not very valuable..

The phonetic transcription of "trinket" is /ˈtrɪŋkɪt/ in British English and /ˈtrɪŋkɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "trinket": bauble, gewgaw, ornament, toy.

Example usage of "trinket": "She bought a small trinket at the souvenir shop for her friend.". More examples on the page.