可贵

precious, valuable

adjective Rare #30,214
precious, valuable Often describes something important or worth cherishing, rather than something expensive.
CH: 时间是很可贵的。
EN: Time is precious.

这比买一个新碗可贵多了

This is much more expensive than buying a new bowl.

— 我的父亲母亲 (1999)

因为你会失去一些可贵的机会

Because you’ll miss out on some valuable opportunities.

— 死亡诗社 (1989)

“世间最可贵的事…”还没结束啊,亲爱的?

“The most precious thing in the world…” You’re not done yet, darling?

— 红磨坊 (2001)

看到你就让我觉得生命有多么的可贵

Seeing you reminds me how precious life is.

— 红猪 (1992)