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欲求

yùqiú

Description

欲求是指人心里想要的东西,比如想吃东西、想睡觉或者想被人喜欢。

"欲求" refers to things a person desires, such as wanting to eat, sleep, or be liked.

这个词比较正式,常常在心理学或者写文章的时候用。

This word is quite formal and often used in psychology or writing.

Meanings

欲求yùqiú

desire; want; craving

每个人都有基本的欲求。

Everyone has basic desires.

欲求yùqiú

to desire; to want; to crave

他欲求得到大家的认可。

He desires to gain everyone's approval.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    欲 (to want) + 求 (to seek), two similar characters combined.

  • Nuance

    more formal than 欲望; common in psychology, e.g. 生理欲求 (physiological needs).

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