宝贝
bǎobèi
treasure, darling
Part of speech · noun
Pattern visualization
Examples
- 这个孩子是全家的宝贝。This child is the whole family’s treasure.
- 妈妈把女儿当成心爱的宝贝。The mother treats her daughter as a beloved treasure.
Collocations
小宝贝心爱的宝贝宝贝女儿当成宝贝
Mnemonic
宝 bǎo "treasure" + 贝 bèi "cowrie shell" (old money): something precious like treasure; also a pet name "darling".
Related
宝贵珍惜孩子财宝
Quick check
What nuance does 宝贝 carry when used for a person?