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covetous in Chinese

covetous in Chinese is 慳吝的（人) — covetous means wanting something that belongs to someone else, in a greedy way.

covetous in Chinese

慳吝的（人)

adj

Distastefully keen or desirous, especially for something belonging to someone else; avaricious.

What does "covetous" mean?

adj Wanting something that belongs to someone else, in a greedy way.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Similar words in Chinese

envious greedy jealous

Common Chinese translations

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What is "covetous" in Chinese?

"covetous" in Chinese is 慳吝的（人). covetous means: Wanting something that belongs to someone else, in a greedy way.

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