我的宝贝
wǒ de bǎobèi
The English phrase "my baby" can be translated into Chinese as 我的宝贝 (wǒ de bǎobèi).
我的宝贝 is used as a term of endearment for a romantic partner or a small child.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of 我的 (wǒ de), meaning 'my' and 宝贝 (bǎobèi), meaning 'baby' or 'treasure'.
Which one should you use?
While 我的宝贝 means "my baby", you can also say 宝贝 to address a partner directly, which is similar to saying "baby" or "honey" in English.
How do you pronounce it?
wǒ de bǎobèi
Did you know?
- While 宝贝 is an endearment, it is also used as a noun to describe a precious antique or a rare collectible item.
- The term 宝贝 literally translates to 'precious object' and was historically used to refer to Buddhist relics or sacred treasures.
- In some internet slang and pop culture, calling someone 宝贝 can sometimes carry a teasing or even slightly patronizing tone if used between friends rather than lovers.
Examples in context
- 在这个美好的夜晚，我想向大家介绍一下，这是我的宝贝儿子。On this beautiful evening, let me introduce you all to my precious son.
- 这是我的孩子，我一直为他感到骄傲。This is my baby, and I've always been proud of him.
- 早上好，我的宝贝女儿，今天你想去公园玩吗？Good morning, my baby girl! Would you like to go to the park today?
- 爸爸明天有时间，我们可以一起带我家的小宝去海边玩。Dad will have time tomorrow, and we can all go to the beach with our little treasure.
- 晚上我们一起吃饭吧，我请你和我的小宝贝。Let's have dinner together tonight. I'll treat you and my baby.
- 你是我的宝贝。Nǐ shì wǒ de bǎobèi.You are my baby.
- 我的宝贝，快睡觉吧。Wǒ de bǎobèi, kuài shuìjiào ba.My baby, go to sleep now.
Example conversation
A couple is saying goodbye before work.
- 伟 Wei我的宝贝，我该走了。Wǒ de bǎobèi, wǒ gāi zǒu le.My baby, I should go now.
- 佳怡 Jiayi好的，路上小心点。Hǎo de, lùshàng xiǎoxīn diǎn.Okay, be careful on the road.
- 伟 Wei我会的，晚上见。Wǒ huì de, wǎnshàng jiàn.I will, see you tonight.
- 佳怡 Jiayi晚上见，爱你。Wǎnshàng jiàn, ài nǐ.See you tonight, love you.
