treasure
/ˈtreʒə/ · /ˈtreʒər/
CEFR level B1Topic HistoryWord #2418 in the learning path
财宝；珍宝
Definitions
n. Gold, jewels, or other highly valuable objects
财宝；珍宝
n. Something greatly valued for its beauty, importance, or personal meaning
珍品；珍贵之物
v. To value something deeply and care for it
珍爱；珍视
Example
The children imagined finding treasure inside the old chest.
孩子们想象着在旧箱子里发现财宝。
Museums preserve cultural treasures so that future generations can understand the achievements and traditions of earlier societies.
博物馆保存文化珍宝，让后代能够了解早期社会的成就和传统。
Collocations
- buried treasure
- national treasure
- treasure memories
- treasure hunt
Word family
- treasured (adj.)
- treasurer (n.)
- treasury (n.)
Usage tip
泛指财宝时不可数；指具体珍品时可数。
FAQ
- What does treasure mean?
- Gold, jewels, or other highly valuable objects Something greatly valued for its beauty, importance, or personal meaning To value something deeply and care for it
- How is treasure pronounced?
- UK /ˈtreʒə/, US /ˈtreʒər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
