Meaning
珍宝 refers to precious objects or treasures of great value, whether material (like jewels, artifacts) or metaphorical (like cherished people or memories). It combines the characters for 'precious' and 'treasure' to emphasize something of exceptional worth.
Usage
This word appears in both formal and literary contexts, often used to describe rare artifacts, valuable possessions, or beloved people/things. It carries a more elevated register than everyday words like 宝物. Common in historical, cultural, or poetic contexts when referring to treasured items or describing someone/something as precious.
Examples
- 01博物馆里收藏着许多稀世珍宝。.The museum houses many rare treasures.
- 02这些古董对我来说都是珍宝。.These antiques are all treasures to me.
Characters
Measure words
- 件一件珍宝
- 批一批珍宝
Common collocations
- 稀世珍宝rare treasure of the world
- 国家珍宝national treasure
- 视为珍宝to regard as a treasure
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters contain the jade radical (玉), reflecting ancient Chinese culture's high valuation of jade and precious stones as symbols of wealth and virtue.