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母爱无价

mǔ'ài wú jià
idiomatic phrase★Intermediate💡 priceless maternal love◆idiom
◆ What It Really Means
The profound, irreplaceable, and sacred nature of a mother's love, emphasizing its emotional value over material wealth.
¶ Literal Meaning
A mother's love has no price.
Literal Breakdown
母爱mother's love+无价no price
◇ Mental Image
A boundless, towering mountain or an endless ocean symbolizing the depth and immensity of a mother's love.
◈ When to Use
A child reflecting on their mother's sacrifices and expressing gratitude, saying, '母爱无价,我永远感激她的付出。' (A mother's love is priceless; I will forever be grateful for her sacrifices.)
◉ Cultural Note
The idiom aligns with traditional Chinese values of filial piety and the idealized role of mothers as selfless caregivers. It is commonly used in literature, poetry, and everyday speech to evoke deep emotional resonance.
literary

The immeasurable and invaluable nature of a mother's love, emphasizing its depth and irreplacability.

母爱无价,无论多少金钱都无法衡量。

A mother's love is priceless; no amount of money can measure it.

💡

Often used in emotional or reflective contexts to highlight the sacredness of maternal affection.

Collocations

母爱无价的真谛the true essence of priceless maternal love母爱无价的奉献the priceless dedication of maternal love

Synonyms

母爱如山母爱似海

Antonyms

无情无义铁石心肠

Related Phrases

母爱如山idiom
a mother's love is as weighty as a mountain
母爱似海idiom
a mother's love is as vast as the ocean

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

This idiom reflects the Confucian value of filial piety and the idealized image of a nurturing mother in Chinese culture. It is often cited in literature, speeches, and family discussions.

⚡Gold Rule

Emotional vs. Literal

Never interpret '无价' (priceless) as 'having no monetary value.' It signifies emotional depth and irreplacability.

📖Word Origin

The phrase combines '母爱' (mǔ'ài, motherly love) and '无价' (wú jià, priceless). It emerged in modern Chinese literature to convey the profound and irreplaceable value of maternal affection, contrasting with material wealth.

📝Usage Notes

Primarily used in emotional or poetic contexts. Avoid literal interpretation; the idiom emphasizes emotional rather than financial value.

Word Breakdown

母爱
motherly love
compound
+
无价
priceless
compound
汉英词典

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