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贪心
tānxīn
Description
贪心的意思是一个人想要的东西太多，总是不满足。
The meaning of 贪心 is when a person wants too many things and is never satisfied.
我们常常用它来说一个人很想要钱或者东西。
We often use it to describe someone who really wants money or things.
Meanings
贪心tānxīn
greedy; wanting too much
他太贪心了，什么都想要。
He is too greedy; he wants everything.
贪心tānxīn
greed; greediness
贪心会让人失去朋友。
Greed can make people lose friends.
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Notes
- Etymology
贪 (to covet) + 心 (heart/mind), literally a 'coveting heart'.
- Nuance
everyday word; 贪婪 is stronger and more formal/literary.
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