Chinese word

珍视

Pronunciation

Pinyinzhēn shì

Meaning

  • verbvalue

Example

我很珍视我们的友谊。wǒ hěn zhēn shì wǒ men de yǒu yì

I really value our friendship.

Illustration for 珍视 (value)

More examples

面对危险，他更加珍视生命。miàn duì wēi xiǎn tā gèng jiā zhēn shì shēng mìng

In the face of danger, he values life even more.

Core concept

Treat something as precious enough to protect and hold in high regard.

Common phrases

  • 珍视友谊zhēn shì yǒu yì

    value friendship

  • 珍视生命zhēn shì shēng mìng

    value life

  • 珍视人才zhēn shì rén cái

    value talent

  • 珍视和平zhēn shì hé píng

    value peace

Similar words

珍惜zhēn xī: To value something that can be lost and use it carefully instead of wasting it.
重视zhòng shì: To see something as important and make sure it receives attention and effort.
爱护ài hù: To look after and protect a person or thing with kindness and care.
尊重zūn zhòng: To honor a person's opinions and character and avoid showing disrespect.

Definition in Chinese

认为某事物或某种关系具有重要价值，从而给予尊重、保护和珍惜，多用于表达对情感或原则的重视。rèn wéi mǒu shì wù huò móu zhǒng guān xì jù yǒu zhòng yào jià zhí cóng ér jí yǔ zūn zhòng bǎo hù hé zhēn xī duō yòng yú biǎo dá duì qíng gǎn huò yuán zé de zhòng shì

Word origin

珍 (zhēn, "precious") + 视 (shì, "look at") creates the idea of regarding something as precious, which develops into showing it lasting respect and care.

Usage tips

  • This verb suits enduring bonds, principles, and meaningful possessions better than a quick positive reaction, so it often sounds weightier in casual conversation.

Other meanings

  • cherishverb

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