taam1 cin2貪錢贪钱
Jyutpingtaam1 cin2
Yaletāam chín
Definition
Greedy for money; loving money and material wealth.
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How it's used
Describes someone who is excessively focused on material gain or profit. It carries a strong negative connotation and is often used to criticize someone's character or motives in a professional or personal setting.
Examples
He is a greedy person, always thinking about how to make quick money.
Why are you so greedy for money? You can never earn all the money in the world.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 慳錢, which means to save money or be frugal. While 貪錢 is a negative trait, being 慳錢 is often viewed as a positive or neutral habit.
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