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珤 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
珤bǎotreasure, jewel; rare, preciousx, 10 strokes, radical 王
bǎo(bao3)bao T3
  1. 1treasure, jewel; rare, precious
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March 24, 2026

珤bǎo(bao3)

The character 珤 (bǎo) refers to a treasure or jewel, often denoting something that is rare and precious. It is commonly used in contexts discussing valuable objects, wealth, or cherished items, emphasizing their significance and desirability.

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Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, treasures are often associated with prosperity and good fortune. The concept of 珤 ties into traditional beliefs about wealth, and many Chinese families place great importance on keeping valuable objects safe.

Memory Tip

Imagine a shiny jewel (like a diamond) that sparkles brightly. The character 珤 has a 'gem' radical (王) at the bottom, suggesting something precious. Think of a '宝' (bǎo), which also means treasure, and visualize a treasure chest full of jewels.

Meanings of 珤

bǎo(bao3)
1treasure, jewel; rare, precious
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About 珤

珤Simplified
10Strokes
王Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast

宝 (bǎo) - use 珤 (bǎo) when emphasizing rarity and preciousness in a more literary or formal context, while 宝 (bǎo) is more commonly used in everyday language.

Usage Notes

This character is often used in formal contexts when discussing wealth or valuables. Common collocations include 珤物 (bǎowù - treasure item) and 珤藏 (bǎocáng - treasure collection). Be mindful of using the correct tone, as 'bǎo' can be confused with 'bào' (报) if pronounced incorrectly.

HSK Study Tips

While 珤 is not part of the official HSK levels, it connects with HSK 4 vocabulary related to value and importance. Focus on learning similar words like 宝 (bǎo - treasure) to enhance your understanding of related concepts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 珤 with 宝, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '这是我的宝' (This is my 珤) can be incorrect if referring to a specific jewel, as it should be '这是我的珠宝' (This is my jewel).

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Etymology of 珤

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

jade

Semantic (meaning)王
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Phonetic (sound)缶
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Origin

珤 = 王 + 缶. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 珤

IDS Structure⿰王缶
珤Full Character
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王Wang2
left
缶fou3
right
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Parts

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How to say treasure, jewel; rare, precious in Chinese

“treasure, jewel; rare, precious” in Chinese is珤bǎo

The character 珤 (bǎo) refers to a treasure or jewel, often denoting something that is rare and precious. It is commonly used in contexts discussing valuable objects, wealth, or cherished items, emphasizing their significance and desirability.

When to use 珤

This character is often used in formal contexts when discussing wealth or valuables. Common collocations include 珤物 (bǎowù - treasure item) and 珤藏 (bǎocáng - treasure collection). Be mindful of using the correct tone, as 'bǎo' can be confused with 'bào' (报) if pronounced incorrectly.

珤 or something close to it

宝 (bǎo) - use 珤 (bǎo) when emphasizing rarity and preciousness in a more literary or formal context, while 宝 (bǎo) is more commonly used in everyday language.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 珤 with 宝, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '这是我的宝' (This is my 珤) can be incorrect if referring to a specific jewel, as it should be '这是我的珠宝' (This is my jewel).

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Frequently Asked Questions about 珤

Both characters relate to treasure, but 珤 specifically emphasizes rarity and preciousness, while 宝 is more general for treasure.

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