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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
高贵gāoguìgrandeurHSK 7, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #5990, Very Hard
高贵gāoguìnobleHSK 7, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #5990, Very Hard
gāoguì(gao1gui4)gao gui T1
  1. 1grandeur
  2. 2noble
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March 24, 2026

高贵(高貴)gāoguì(gao1gui4)

高贵 (gāo guì) refers to qualities of nobility or grandeur, often associated with high social status or moral integrity. This term is commonly used to describe people, actions, or objects that exhibit elegance and dignity, often in a cultural or social context.

Strokes19Frequency#5990DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, nobility often ties back to historical dynasties and the Confucian values of righteousness and moral integrity. The concept of 高贵 is deeply respected and is often seen in discussions about leadership and ethical behavior.

Memory tip

Imagine a tall (高, gāo) person wearing a majestic crown (贵, guì) that symbolizes their noble status. The height represents grandeur, while the crown signifies nobility—both elements together create a vivid image of 'nobility' and help you remember the pronunciation.

Meanings of 高贵

gāoguì(gao1gui4)
1grandeur
2noble
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About 高贵

高贵Simplified
高貴Traditional
19Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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尊贵 (zūn guì) - use 高贵 when emphasizing moral integrity or elegance, while 尊贵 focuses more on respect and honor associated with status.

Usage Notes

In formal contexts, 高贵 can be used to describe someone's character or behavior, while in informal settings, it might refer to luxurious items. A common mistake is using it to describe everyday objects, which can sound exaggerated—use it for things or people that truly embody nobility.

HSK Study Tips

Although 高贵 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with other HSK words related to qualities and attributes, such as 美丽 (měi lì, beautiful) and 聪明 (cōng míng, intelligent). Focus on understanding its usage in describing elevated qualities.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 高贵 with 贵 and use it for mundane objects, saying '这件衣服高贵' (zhè jiàn yīfú gāo guì, 'this piece of clothing is noble'), which is incorrect. Instead, use 高贵 for items or people that truly reflect high status.

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Component characters

高gāohigh
HSK 210 strokes高
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贵guìexpensive
HSK 19 strokes贝
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How to say grandeur in Chinese

“grandeur” in Chinese is高贵gāoguì

高贵 (gāo guì) refers to qualities of nobility or grandeur, often associated with high social status or moral integrity. This term is commonly used to describe people, actions, or objects that exhibit elegance and dignity, often in a cultural or social context.

When to use 高贵

In formal contexts, 高贵 can be used to describe someone's character or behavior, while in informal settings, it might refer to luxurious items. A common mistake is using it to describe everyday objects, which can sound exaggerated—use it for things or people that truly embody nobility.

高贵 or something close to it

尊贵 (zūn guì) - use 高贵 when emphasizing moral integrity or elegance, while 尊贵 focuses more on respect and honor associated with status.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 高贵 with 贵 and use it for mundane objects, saying '这件衣服高贵' (zhè jiàn yīfú gāo guì, 'this piece of clothing is noble'), which is incorrect. Instead, use 高贵 for items or people that truly reflect high status.

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