宝贵

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Character Breakdown

Understanding 宝贵 (bǎo guì)

The adjective 宝贵 means "valuable" or "precious," often used to describe things that have great worth either materially or immaterially. It combines (treasure) and (expensive), emphasizing something treasured and costly in value.

Usage and Nuance

宝贵 is commonly used to highlight the importance or irreplaceable nature of resources, opinions, time, or objects. It often appears in formal or semi-formal contexts, such as business, education, or cultural discussions.

Common Collocations

  • 宝贵时间 (valuable time): stresses the importance of time
  • 宝贵经验 (valuable experience): highlights useful knowledge gained
  • 宝贵意见 (valuable opinion): emphasizes constructive feedback

Tips

Avoid confusing 宝贵 with alone, which simply means "expensive." 宝贵 carries a stronger sense of value beyond price, including emotional or practical significance. When using 宝贵, the speaker implies respect and appreciation for the subject's importance.

Example Sentences

Time is the most valuable resource; we should use it well.

The opinions from this meeting are very valuable for the company's

He has preserved the precious heirloom artifacts very well.