Synonyms for

Bead

Verb / bi:d / Another word for bead — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a small, usually round object with a hole through the center, made of glass, wood, or plastic, used for decoration or for stringing together

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Common collocations

  • glass bead
  • wooden bead
  • bead of sweat
  • string of beads
  • seed bead
  • pony bead
  • bead curtain

Word family

noun bead
verb bead

Usage note

As a noun, 'bead' most commonly refers to a small, often spherical object, especially one used in jewelry. As a verb, it means to form into beads or to adorn with beads.

Example sentences

  1. I strung colorful beads together to make a bracelet.
  2. She added beads to her hair to make it look pretty.
  3. The necklace was made of shiny red beads.
  4. They made a bead necklace for their mom's birthday present.
  5. He lost a bead from his bracelet.

Quotes

  • When life gives you beads, make jewelry.
  • Every bead has a story.
  • The bead that started the necklace is not necessarily the bead that ends it.

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