Definition
传家之宝 (chuán jiā zhī bǎo) is a four-character fixed phrase that literally means 'treasure passed through the family'. It refers to an object—often an antique, jewelry, or artwork—that has been handed down across generations and carries sentimental or historical value for the family.
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family heirloomtreasure passed down through generations
Examples
- 传家之宝。Zhè běn gǔshū shì wǒmen jiā de chuán.This ancient book is our family heirloom.
- 传家之宝。Zhège jièzhi shì tā nǎinai liú gěi tā de chuán.This ring is the family heirloom her grandmother left her.
- ，传家之宝。Nà fú huà zài zhànzhēng zhōng xìngcún xiàlái, chéngle jiāzú de chuán.That painting survived the war and became the family heirloom.
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