“东方珍珠”常见的英文表达是 "Pearl of the East" 。这一表述将“东方”对应为“the East” ，“珍珠”对应为“Pearl”，形象地传达出该事物如同东方一颗璀璨的珍珠般珍贵、出众的含义。
例如在描述上海时，会说“Shanghai is often referred to as the 'Pearl of the East' for its historical significance, modern glamour, and economic prowess.（上海因其历史意义、现代魅力以及经济实力，常被誉为‘东方珍珠’）” 。