宝贵

bǎo guì

HSK 2.0 Level 5 HSK 3.0 Level 5 Adjective Uncommon

Definitions

1. valuable
2. precious
3. to value
4. to treasure
5. to set store by

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Word relationships

Related words

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昂贵

áng guì

expensive

昂贵 means expensive/costly, focusing on high price, while 宝贵 emphasizes inherent value.

珍惜

zhēn xī

to treasure

珍惜 is a verb meaning to cherish or treasure, closely related to the verbal sense of 宝贵.

Synonyms

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珍贵

zhēn guì

precious

Both mean valuable/precious, but 珍贵 often emphasizes rarity and is used for objects or memories, while 宝贵 can also mean treasured in a broader sense.

Usage notes

Common mistakes

宝贵 is an adjective, not a verb. To express 'to treasure something', use 珍惜 (zhēnxī) or 重视 (zhòngshì).

Formality

宝贵 is slightly formal and often used in written or respectful contexts, e.g., 宝贵意见 (valuable advice). In casual speech, 重要 (zhòngyào) might be more common for 'important'.

Example Sentences

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生命是宝贵的。

Life is precious.

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Child Words of 宝贵

jewel