JLPT · Level 189
15 words
Japanese word
宝器
Pronunciation
Romajihōki
Meaning
- nounprecious vessel
Example
宝器は大切に保管されています。hō ki wa tai setsu ni ho kan sa re te i ma su
The precious vessel is carefully stored.
More examples
専門家が宝器の状態を詳しく調べています。sen mon ka ga hō ki no jō tai o kuwa shi ku shira be te i ma su
An expert is carefully examining the condition of the precious vessel.
Core concept
Centers on something valued so highly that it is treated as precious, whether it is a vessel, an object, or a person.
Common phrases
宝器を公開するhō ki o kō kai su ru
display a precious vessel
Definition in Japanese
貴重で大切に扱われる器物。また、比喩的に特に優れた人物。ki chō de tai setsu ni atsuka wa re ru ki butsu ma ta hi yu teki ni toku ni sugu re ta jin butsu
Word origin
The compound 宝器 (hōki) combines 宝 (hō, "treasure") and 器 (ki, "vessel or object"), forming the sense of a highly valued thing.
Usage tips
- In formal Japanese, 宝器 (hōki) can also describe an outstanding person, extending the image of a precious vessel to someone of exceptional value.
Other meanings
- treasured objectnoun
- outstanding individualnoun