保值

bǎozhí

verb #42,154

Meanings

1 to preserve value
2 to hedge against depreciation
3 to retain value

Characters

to protect; to maintain

Examples

很多人买黄金是为了保值。

Hěnduō rén mǎi huángjīn shì wèile bǎozhí.

Many people buy gold to preserve value.

这辆车保值率很高。

Zhè liàng chē bǎozhí lǜ hěn gāo.

This car has a high residual value rate.

Tips

usage

保值 = keep value steady; 增值 = appreciate (gain value); 贬值 = depreciate. Common combo: 保值增值 means 'to preserve and grow value' — the standard goal phrase for investments.

Stroke Order

保 bǎo

值 zhí