How to say 'Precious' in Japanese | 貴重

word

Meaning

Precious

Reading

Kanji

貴Precious 重Heavy

Explanation

The Japanese adjectival noun '貴重 (きちょう)' means 'precious' or 'valuable'. It is used to describe something that is highly valued, rare, or of great importance. This term is often used in contexts where something is considered irreplaceable or of significant worth, such as time, resources, or experiences. For example: This is a precious opportunity「これは貴重な機会です」(これはきちょうなきかいです). The museum has many precious artifacts「その博物館には貴重な遺物がたくさんある」(そのはくぶつかんにはきちょうないぶつがたくさんある). It can also be used to describe abstract concepts like memories or advice, emphasizing their importance and rarity.

Part Of Speech

adjectival noun

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Kanji Grade

Frequency

3637

Composition

kanji

Handwriting