Why do they call a diamond a diamond?

Answer 1

The name originated from the Greek word 'adamas' that means adamant, invincible, unbreakable, unconquerable. It was given this name because it is the hardest gem on the planet and it holds extreme brilliance and fire.

Answer 2

Take your diamond to a jeweler. He/she can use a small tool to tell if your diamond is real and look at it in a loop. The tool they use is really cleaver and all they do is touch the diamond with the tip of the tool and it lights green for a diamond and red for a phony.

Answer 3

The word "diamond" comes from the ancient Greek word "adamas," meaning invincible or unbreakable, reflecting the diamond's hardness. This name was later adapted into Latin as "diamas" and eventually became "diamond" in English.

Answer 4

It comes from the greek word adamas meaning unqonqurable or invincible.

Answer 5

It comes from the greek word adamas meaning unconqurable or invincible.

Answer 6

The word Diamond comes from the Greek word adamas, which is an adjective that was used to describe a very hard substance.

Answer 7

Magic