How Do You Spell TREASURE?

Pronunciation: [tɹˈɛʒə] (IPA)

The word "treasure" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription of /ˈtrɛʒər/. The "t" is pronounced with the tip of the tongue touching the back of the top teeth, while the "r" is rolled slightly. The "e" is pronounced with a short "e" sound and the "a" with a soft "a" sound. The "s" is pronounced with a hissing sound, and the word ends with a soft "ər" sound. Proper spelling of this word is important to ensure clear communication and understanding.

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TREASURE Meaning and Definition

  1. Treasure, in its simplest form, refers to valuable and precious items, possessions, or resources that hold significance and worth. These can include various objects, such as jewelry, coins, artwork, or artifacts, as well as natural resources like gold, silver, or precious stones. Treasures hold both intrinsic and extrinsic value, often possessing historical, cultural, or personal importance.

    The concept of treasure extends beyond mere monetary value, as emotional or sentimental significance often accompanies these items. Treasures may be passed down through generations, symbolizing a family's history, traditions, and heritage. They can also hold cultural or national importance, representing a collective past and identity.

    In addition to physical objects, treasure can also encompass abstract concepts, such as knowledge, wisdom, or memories. To "treasure" something is to regard it with great value, cherishing and safeguarding it.

    Throughout history, tales of hidden or lost treasure have captivated the human imagination. Legends often depict adventurous quests for mythical treasures concealed in remote or mystical locations. These stories serve as symbols of human desire for wealth, discovery, and adventure.

    Overall, "treasure" signifies the connection between material wealth and emotional or cultural value. It embodies not only wealth and opulence but also the intangible aspects of human existence that hold profound importance and meaning.

  2. • Riches; wealth.
    • A store of money in reserve; riches hoarded; a great store of anything collected for future use; something very much valued.
    • To lay up or collect for future use.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of TREASURE

The word "treasure" originates from the Old French term "tresor" which in turn has derived from the Latin word "thesaurus". The Latin word has its roots in the Greek term "thesauros", meaning "storehouse" or "treasury". Ultimately, the Greek word is believed to have been influenced by the Egyptian term "tser" or "tsar", denoting "treasury" as well.

Idioms with the word TREASURE

  • One man's trash is another man's treasure The idiom "One man's trash is another man's treasure" means that something that one person considers worthless or unwanted may be highly esteemed or valuable to someone else. It highlights the subjective nature of personal preferences and interests, suggesting that what may be of no value to one person can be extremely valuable or desirable to another.
  • buried treasure The idiom "buried treasure" typically refers to something valuable or highly sought-after that is hidden or not widely known or appreciated. It can be used to describe literal treasure that is concealed underground or figuratively represent an idea, talent, or opportunity that has not been fully discovered or recognized.

Similar spelling words for TREASURE

Plural form of TREASURE is TREASURES

Conjugate verb Treasure

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have treasured
you would have treasured
he/she/it would have treasured
we would have treasured
they would have treasured
I would have treasure
you would have treasure
he/she/it would have treasure
we would have treasure
they would have treasure

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been treasuring
you would have been treasuring
he/she/it would have been treasuring
we would have been treasuring
they would have been treasuring

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would treasure
you would treasure
he/she/it would treasure
we would treasure
they would treasure

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be treasuring
you would be treasuring
he/she/it would be treasuring
we would be treasuring
they would be treasuring

FUTURE

I will treasure
you will treasure
he/she/it will treasure
we will treasure
they will treasure

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be treasuring
you will be treasuring
he/she/it will be treasuring
we will be treasuring
they will be treasuring

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have treasured
you will have treasured
he/she/it will have treasured
we will have treasured
they will have treasured

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been treasuring
you will have been treasuring
he/she/it will have been treasuring
we will have been treasuring
they will have been treasuring

IMPERATIVE

you treasure
we let´s treasure

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to treasure

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was treasuring
you were treasuring
he/she/it was treasuring
we were treasuring
they were treasuring

PAST PARTICIPLE

treasured

PAST PERFECT

I had treasured
you had treasured
he/she/it had treasured
we had treasured
they had treasured

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been treasuring
you had been treasuring
he/she/it had been treasuring
we had been treasuring
they had been treasuring

PRESENT

I treasure
you treasure
he/she/it treasures
we treasure
they treasure

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am treasuring
you are treasuring
he/she/it is treasuring
we are treasuring
they are treasuring

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

treasuring

PRESENT PERFECT

I have treasured
you have treasured
he/she/it has treasured
we have treasured
they have treasured

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been treasuring
you have been treasuring
he/she/it has been treasuring
we have been treasuring
they have been treasuring

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it treasure

SIMPLE PAST

I treasured
you treasured
he/she/it treasured
we treasured
they treasured