taam1 do1貪多贪多
Jyutpingtaam1 do1
Yaletāam dō
Definition
To have the mindset that more is better; to covet abundance.
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How it's used
Focuses on the negative consequence of wanting too much, often implying that quality or practicality is sacrificed for sheer volume. It is frequently used as a piece of advice to warn someone against overestimating their capacity or needs. Unlike simple greed, this specifically targets the irrational desire for a high quantity of items or tasks.
Examples
Don't be greedy for more, only order if you can finish it all.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 貪心, which is a broader term for general greed or covetousness. 貪多 is specifically about the obsession with quantity or the number of things, rather than the value or desire for possession itself.
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