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Chinese
yuánbǎo
Meaning: a traditional gold or silver ingot used as money; a symbol of wealth
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example

古代商人把元寶藏在木箱裡,以防小偷發現。
古代商人把元宝藏在木箱里,以防小偷发现。
In ancient times, merchants hid ingots in a wooden chest to keep thieves from finding them.

Usage Notes

Refers especially to the boat-shaped gold or silver ingots associated with traditional Chinese currency and prosperity.

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