Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gema
noun
ˈʤɛ.mə
Definition
egg, especially the yolk of an egg or a gem, especially a precious stone.
Examples
- The gema da gema é o que dá cor ao ovo. (The yolk of the egg is what gives color to the egg.)
- Ela ganhou uma gema preciosa. (She received a precious gem.)
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘gema’ refers to the yellow part of an egg, known as the yolk. It can also mean a gem or jewel in a different context.
Synonyms
- yolk
- gem