trân bảo

Definition

1. Noun (archaic/literary):
   • Precious objects; valuables; treasures: Refers to items of great material worth, rarity, or beauty, often used in historical or literary contexts to describe jewels, gold, or other stored riches.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Nhà vua sở hữu vô số trân bảo. (The king possessed countless treasures.)
  • Trân bảo được cất giữ trong hầm bí mật. (The valuables were stored in a secret vault.)
  • Hắn ta đi tìm kho trân bảo bị thất lạc. (He went to search for the lost treasure trove.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "trân bảo" is primarily found in classical literature, historical narratives, or formal writing. It conveys a sense of antiquity and high value, often associated with royal or aristocratic wealth.

Variants and Related Words

• Bảo vật (n): treasure, precious artifact (more commonly used in modern contexts for national or cultural treasures).

  • Bảo vật quốc gia được bảo vệ nghiêm ngặt. (The national treasure is strictly protected.)

• Châu báu (n): jewels, gems, precious stones.

  • Chiếc vương miện lấp lánh châu báu. (The crown glittered with jewels.)

Synonyms

• Treasure: a collection of precious things.
• Valuables: items of great worth.
• Riches: abundant and valuable possessions.

Related Idioms

• "Quý như trân bảo": To be as precious as treasure; to cherish something immensely.
  • Đối với mẹ, những bức thư của con quý như trân bảo. (To the mother, her child's letters are as precious as treasure.)