Meaning
珍惜 means to regard something as precious and handle it with care. It expresses the act of recognizing value in people, things, opportunities, or time, and treating them accordingly. This word carries emotional weight and is often used when talking about things that are important, irreplaceable, or fleeting.
Usage
珍惜 is commonly used in reflective or emotional contexts when discussing relationships, opportunities, time, or resources. It often appears in advice or encouragement, such as telling someone to cherish their youth or appreciate their loved ones. The word can be used with abstract nouns (time, opportunities) or concrete ones (friendships, possessions).
Examples
- 01我们应该珍惜现在拥有的一切。.We should treasure everything we have now.
- 02他很珍惜和家人在一起的时光。.He really cherishes the time spent with his family.
Characters
Common collocations
- 珍惜时间to treasure time
- 珍惜机会to cherish opportunities
- 珍惜生命to treasure life
- 懂得珍惜to know how to cherish
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to value: 珍 (precious) contains the jade radical 王, suggesting valuable objects, while 惜 (to regret losing) contains the heart radical 心, indicating emotional attachment. Together they emphasize both material and emotional preciousness.