A harmonious blend of Chinese and Western styles or characteristics; often used to describe architecture, art, or lifestyle where both traditions are combined effectively

(bound form) To join two half-moon-shaped jade pieces into a single circular disk

Literally "to return the jade annulus to Zhao", this refers to returning an object to its original owner in perfect condition. The phrase originates from the story of [[蔺相如|藺相如|lin4 xiang1 ru2]] returning a precious jade to the state of Zhao intact after outwitting the King of Qin.

(idiom) a string of pearls and a circle of jade; used to describe an ideal combination of talented people or beautiful things, often used as a wedding greeting for a newlywed couple

Bishan district of Chongqing [[重庆|重慶|chong2 qing4]]

Lingbi County in Suzhou, Anhui Province

a famous priceless jade artifact from the Warring States period; also known as the [[和璧|和璧|he2 bi4]]

Lingbi, a county in Suzhou City, Anhui Province

(idiom) to get into trouble on account of one's talents or possessions; to be envied or harmed by others because of one's ability or a cherished item

a round flat piece of jade with a hole in the center, used for ceremonial purposes in ancient China

white jade without a blemish; used to describe a person or thing that is perfect or has impeccable moral integrity

a tiny spot on a white jade disk; used to describe a minor flaw in an otherwise perfect person or thing

(literary) a large piece of jade so big it must be held with both hands

The sun and the moon appearing together in the sky; an astronomical rarity that was traditionally considered an auspicious omen of good fortune.

To return an item to its original owner intact; see the more common form [[完璧归赵|完璧歸趙|wan2 bi4 gui1 zhao4]]

(literary) to return a present to the giver; also written as [[璧还|璧還|bi4 huan2]], [[璧谢|璧謝|bi4 xie4]], or [[敬璧|敬璧|jing4 bi4]]

(literary) a rare and precious treasure; specifically the jade disk belonging to Bian He, mentioned in the story of [[和氏璧|和氏璧|he2 shi4 bi4]]

Something rare and very valuable; specifically the Jade of Mr. He and the Pearl of Marquis Sui. This idiom refers to extremely precious treasures. Reference is made to the jade described in [[和氏璧|和氏璧|he2 shi4 bi4]] and the pearl described in [[隋侯之珠|隋侯之珠|sui2 hou2 zhi1 zhu1]].

(idiom) rare and precious things, like the legendary jade of He and the pearl of Sui

(literary) ritual jade objects used by ancient nobility during ceremonies or sacrifices

to return a borrowed object to its original owner in perfect condition; same as the idiom to return the jade intact to the State of Zhao

a flawless piece of jade; something or someone that is perfect and undamaged

woman who has never had sexual intercourse; undefiled

An inch of time is worth more than a foot of jade; used to express that time is extremely precious and should not be wasted

(literary) a jade disk one foot in diameter, used to describe something extremely precious; often used in contrast with the even greater value of time

a person's possession of a valuable object brings them misfortune or punishment; one's talents or wealth can cause others to target or frame them

to politely return a gift to the sender

the pearls flow and the jade turns; describes the quick passage of time

Person with an exceptionally elegant appearance, often used to describe a handsome man, a beautiful woman, or an ideal couple

Bishan, a district of the municipality of [[重庆|重慶|chong2 qing4]]

A round, bright moon, likened to a circular piece of jade; the full moon.

an architectural ornament at the end of a roof rafter

Precious or high-quality farmland; used in literary contexts to describe fertile fields.

(literary) a polite expression used when returning a gift in its entirety while expressing one's gratitude

To return something valuable to its original owner; used as a formal or literary way to say something is returned in good condition.

(literary) polite way to return a borrowed object or to decline a gift with thanks; literally translates to returning a piece of jade

(mineral) rubellite; pink tourmaline; red tourmaline

fine piece of jade or a finished gemstone from the Jing Mountains area

(literary) to surrender as a defeated monarch, referring to an ancient ceremony where a ruler would offer a jade disc in their mouth while their hands were bound behind their back

to return a ceremonial jade disk (bì) to its owner, particularly in historical contexts

A gem of inestimable value; something extremely precious. The name refers to the legendary [[和氏璧|和氏璧|he2 shi4 bi4]] which the King of Qin offered to trade fifteen cities to obtain.

a set of jade rings joined together; two pieces of jade side by side

discarded pearls and jade; an idiom used to describe precious things or talented people that have been overlooked and left unused