贡品

貢品

gòngpǐn

noun #28,700

Measure Word

一件贡品 jiàn

Meanings

1 tribute
2 tribute item offered to a ruler or deity

Characters

to offer tribute; to contribute

article; item; goods

Examples

古代各地每年向皇帝进献贡品。

Gǔdài gèdì měi nián xiàng huángdì jìnxiàn gòngpǐn.

In ancient times, regions across the country presented tribute to the emperor every year.

这种茶叶曾是专供皇家的贡品。

Zhè zhǒng cháyè céng shì zhuān gōng huángjia de gòngpǐn.

This type of tea was once an exclusive tribute for the imperial family.

Tips

history

The tribute system (贡品制度) was central to imperial Chinese governance, with local officials and vassal states obligated to present rare and valuable goods to the emperor as a sign of loyalty and submission.

Stroke Order

贡 gòng

品 pǐn