宝贵 (bǎo guì) — precious, valuable

Definition

宝贵 emphasizes emotional or practical value worth cherishing (experiences, time, qualities), more than monetary worth. Less about market price than 珍贵 or 值钱; broader than 可贵, which praises a quality.

adjective
preciousvaluable

Examples

  • 宝贵
    Zhè shì yí fèn fēi cháng bǎo guì de lǐ wù.
    This is a very precious gift.
  • 宝贵
    Zhī shi shì zuì bǎo guì de cái fù.
    Knowledge is the most valuable treasure.
  • 宝贵
    Zhè xiē lǎo zhào piàn duì wǒ men lái shuō fēi cháng bǎo guì.
    These old photos are very precious to us.

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