贪 (tān) - to covet & greedy
贪 · tān
to covet;
greedy;
corrupt;
insatiable desire for wealth or possessions.
to covetgreedycorrupt
Usage highlights
corruptiongreedycorrupt officialaddicted to playinginsatiable greedlove of life
Usage & contexts
Examples
- He was arrested for corruption (贪污).
- Don't be greedy (贪心).
- She is addicted to playing games (贪玩).
- The corrupt official was punished severely (贪官).
Collocations
- corruption(贪污)
- greedy(贪心)
- corrupt official(贪官)
- addicted to playing(贪玩)
- insatiable greed(贪得无厌)
- love of life(贪生)
Idioms
- Insatiably greedy(贪得无厌)
- Cowardly and afraid of death(贪生怕死)
- Greed knows no bounds(贪心不足)
- Corrupt officials and corrupt practices(贪污腐败)
Cultural background
FAQ- In traditional Chinese culture, greed is considered one of the major moral failings.
- The character reflects Confucian values that emphasize moderation and integrity over material desires.
- Frequently appears in anti-corruption campaigns and moral teachings throughout Chinese history.