Definition
贵重 (guì zhòng) is the most general word for 'precious, valuable', typically used for objects of high monetary or material worth. 珍贵 (zhēn guì) emphasizes rarity and being treasured (e.g., memories), while 宝贵 (bǎo guì) is often used for abstract things like time or advice. 昂贵 (áng guì) specifically means 'expensive' (high price).
adjective
preciousvaluable
Easily confused
- 负重fù zhònglook-aliketo bear a heavy load (literal and figurative)
Examples
- 贵重，。Zhè tái jīqì hěn guì zhòng, xūyào xiǎoxīn shǐyòng.This machine is very valuable; it needs to be used carefully.
- 贵重。Tā sòng le wǒ yí jiàn guì zhòng de lǐwù.He gave me a precious gift.
- 贵重。Jiànkāng bǐ rènhé cáifù dōu guì zhòng.Health is more precious than any wealth.
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