Meaning
玉石 refers to jade or precious stones, particularly those used in traditional Chinese art, jewelry, and decoration. In Chinese culture, jade holds special significance as a symbol of virtue, purity, and nobility, and has been treasured for thousands of years.
Usage
This term is commonly used in contexts involving traditional Chinese culture, jewelry making, art collecting, and archaeology. It can refer to both unprocessed jade stones and those that have been carved or polished. The word carries cultural weight beyond its literal meaning, often appearing in literary and formal contexts.
Examples
- 01这块玉石的质地非常细腻，颜色也很纯正。, .This piece of jade has a very fine texture and pure color.
- 02中国古代帝王常用玉石制作印章和装饰品。.Ancient Chinese emperors often used jade to make seals and ornaments.
Characters
Measure words
- 块一块玉石
- 件一件玉石工艺品
Common collocations
- 玉石雕刻jade carving
- 玉石工艺品jade handicrafts
- 天然玉石natural jade
- 玉石市场jade market
Origin
The compound combines 玉 (jade), which has been a precious material in Chinese civilization for over 7,000 years, with 石 (stone). Together they emphasize the stone nature of jade, distinguishing it from other precious materials.