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貪
On'yomi
タン・ドン・トン
TAN / DON / TON
Kun'yomi
むさぼ.る
musaboru
covet · indulge in
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Radical貝shell(7)
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Component Breakdown
貪=
今貝
今 + shell
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'now/want' (今) with 'shell/wealth' (貝), representing endless craving for wealth.
Symbolism
Symbolizes greed, covetousness, and worldly desires. One of Buddhism's three poisons, representing limitless craving.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
貪官汚吏
たんかんおり
corrupt government official; corrupt government official