Meaning
宝物 refers to valuable or precious objects, ranging from literal treasures like jewels and artifacts to figuratively precious items with sentimental or cultural value. The term combines 宝 (treasure, precious) with 物 (thing, object) to emphasize something of great worth or importance.
Usage
Commonly used in both literal contexts (archaeological treasures, family heirlooms) and figurative contexts (calling a beloved person or cherished possession a treasure). Often appears in historical dramas, museums, and when discussing valuable collections. Has a somewhat formal or literary tone compared to casual speech.
Examples
- 01这座博物馆里收藏着许多珍贵的宝物。.This museum houses many precious treasures.
- 02传说中，这座山里埋藏着海盗的宝物。, .According to legend, pirate treasure is buried in this mountain.
Characters
Measure words
- 件一件宝物
- 批一批宝物
Common collocations
- 国家宝物national treasure
- 珍贵的宝物precious treasure
- 寻找宝物to search for treasure
- 收藏宝物to collect treasures
Antonyms
Origin
The character 宝 originally depicted precious items stored under a roof, while 物 represents all manner of things or objects. Together they form a compound emphasizing material objects of great value.