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March 24, 2026
国宝(國寶)guóbǎo(guo2bao3)
The term '国宝' (guó bǎo) translates to 'national treasure' in English. It refers to items of significant cultural, historical, or artistic value that are preserved and protected by a nation. Commonly, this term is used in the context of art, artifacts, or cultural heritage that hold great importance to a country's identity.
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Cultural Note
In China, '国宝' often refers to famous artifacts housed in museums, such as the Terracotta Army or ancient ceramics. These treasures are symbols of national pride and are protected by law.
Memory Tip
Think of '国' (guó) as a 'nation' and '宝' (bǎo) as 'treasure'. Imagine a treasure chest overflowing with artifacts that represent the spirit of a nation. The visual of this chest can help remind you that '国宝' signifies something invaluable to a country.
Meanings of 国宝
guóbǎo(guo2bao3)
1national treasure
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About 国宝
国宝Simplified
國寶Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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国珍 (guó zhēn) - use '国宝' for items recognized as national treasures, while '国珍' refers to national rarities that may not have the same level of official recognition.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of '国' (guó) as a 'nation' and '宝' (bǎo) as 'treasure'. Imagine a treasure chest overflowing with artifacts that represent the spirit of a nation. The visual of this chest can help remind you that '国宝' signifies something invaluable to a country.
Usage Notes
'国宝' is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, primarily in discussions about cultural heritage. Avoid confusing it with '国家' (guó jiā), which means 'country'; '国宝' specifically refers to treasured artifacts. Be mindful of tone since incorrect tones can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
Although '国宝' may not appear in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to HSK Level 3 and above themes about culture and history. Focus on understanding the components of the word and how it relates to discussions about China's rich heritage.
Cultural Note
In China, '国宝' often refers to famous artifacts housed in museums, such as the Terracotta Army or ancient ceramics. These treasures are symbols of national pride and are protected by law.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '国宝' with '国家' (guó jiā), leading to incorrect phrases like '国家宝' which does not exist. The correct term is '国宝', emphasizing the concept of national treasures.
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Cultural Notes for 国宝
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In China, '国宝' often refers to famous artifacts housed in museums, such as the Terracotta Army or ancient ceramics. These treasures are symbols of national pride and are protected by law.
Frequently Asked Questions about 国宝
Items such as ancient scrolls, pottery, and historical documents can be classified as '国宝'.
'国宝' primarily refers to cultural items, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe important people or aspects of a nation's identity.
In English, it's 'national treasure'; in French, it's 'trésor national'; in Spanish, it's 'tesoro nacional'.
