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欲望
yùwàng
Description
欲望是指人心里很想要得到某样东西的强烈感觉。
"欲望" refers to a strong feeling in the heart of wanting to obtain something.
我们常说对钱、食物或成功的欲望。
We often talk about the 欲望 for money, food, or success.
Meanings
欲望yùwàng
a strong desire or wish for something
他有很强的成功欲望。
He has a strong desire for success.
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Notes
- Etymology
欲 means 'to want/desire' and 望 means 'to hope/long for', combining into 'desire'.
- Nuance
欲望 is often strong or instinctive, while 愿望 is a more neutral wish.
In videos
“有很多欲望，啊，这些欲望好像也和我们的，”
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