- 博古通今 bógǔtōngjīn to be deeply knowledgeableTo be conversant with things both past and present; possessing great erudition and a wide range of knowledge.
- 通今博古 tōngjīnbógǔ eruditeerudite and informed; possessing a vast knowledge of both ancient and modern things
- 博古图 bógǔtú illustrated antiques catalogan illustrated catalog of ancient bronzes, ceramics, or other artifacts
- 博古知今 bógǔzhījīn knowledgeableto have a thorough knowledge of both the past and the present
