Definition
宝玉 (Bǎo Yù) is the name of Jia Baoyu, the protagonist of the classic Chinese novel 《红楼梦》 (Dream of the Red Chamber). In literary discussions, you will encounter him as a symbol of rebellion against feudal traditions. Outside of the novel, the word 宝玉 can also refer to 'precious jade,' but at HSK 7 the focus is on the character.
n.
(proper noun) Jia Baoyuthe male protagonist of Dream of the Red Chamber
Examples
- 宝玉《》。bǎo yù shì 《Hóng Lóu Mèng》 zhōng zuì zhòngyào de rénwù zhī yī.Baoyu is one of the most important characters in Dream of the Red Chamber.
- 宝玉。Dúzhě duì bǎo yù de xìnggé píngjià bāo biǎn bù yī.Readers have mixed opinions on Baoyu's personality.
- 宝玉。bǎo yù yǔ Lín Dàiyù de àiqíng gùshi gǎndòng le wúshù rén.The love story between Baoyu and Lin Daiyu has moved countless people.
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