Chinese learning begins with simple characters, progresses to phrases, and culminates in idioms. This free resource introduces advanced idioms. Today’s focus is 「貪心不足」. Check below for details.
The idiom 「貪心不足」 we’re featuring is explained below, showcasing its meaning and usage.
Greedy and never satisfied.
The Mandarin pronunciation of this idiom is :
tān xīn bù zú
while its Cantonese pinyin is :
taam1 sam1 bat1 juk1
The world of Chinese idioms is massive, filled with countless expressions, each with distinct meanings and applications. These materials are here to support you as you improve your Chinese skills.

