Translation and Meaning of: 欲張り - yokubari
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 欲張り (yokubari) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: yokubari
Kana: よくばり
Type: Substantive.
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Translation / Meaning: avarice; greed; greed
Meaning in English: avarice;covetousness;greed
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Explanation and Etymology - (欲張り) yokubari
欲張り is a Japanese word that means "greedy" or "avaricious". It is composed of the kanji 欲 (yoku), which means "desire" or "covetousness", and 張り (hari), which means "stretched" or "to stretch". The word is formed from the idea of stretching desire or covetousness, that is, of being excessively greedy. It is common to use this word to describe people who always want more than they have, without being content with what they already possess.How to Write in Japanese - (欲張り) yokubari
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Synonyms and Similar - (欲張り) yokubari
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貪欲; 強欲; 無謀; 貪婪; 貪心; 貪欲な; 貪欲すぎる; 貪欲に; 強欲な; 強欲すぎる; 強欲に; 無謀な; 無謀すぎる; 無謀に; 貪りすぎる; 貪り取る; 貪る; 貪るように; 貪る気持ち; 貪る欲求; 貪る本能; 貪り食う; 貪り喰う; 貪り尽くす; 貪り漁る; 貪り続ける; 貪り
Words containing: 欲張り
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Words with the same pronunciation: よくばり yokubari
Example Sentences - (欲張り) yokubari
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "avarice; greed; greed" é "(欲張り) yokubari". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
