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珍贵
zhēnguì
Description
“珍贵”是说一样东西很值钱，或者很难得，我们要好好保护它。
"珍贵" means something is valuable or rare, and we should take good care of it.
我们常常用“珍贵”来说照片、礼物、时间或者友谊。
We often use "珍贵" to describe photos, gifts, time, or friendship.
Meanings
珍贵zhēnguì
precious; valuable; rare
这张照片对我很珍贵。
This photo is very precious to me.
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Notes
- Etymology
珍 (treasure/rare) + 贵 (expensive/precious), both characters reinforcing high value.
- Nuance
珍贵 stresses rarity and worth; 宝贵 often applies to abstract things like time or advice.
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