How is the word Habgier translated from German to English

English translation
covetousness
noun

Ein starker Wunsch, das zu haben, was andere haben.

A strong wish to have what others have.

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  • Habgier zerstörte ihre Freundschaft. — Covetousness ruined their friendship.

  • Er warnte uns vor Habgier. — He warned us against covetousness.

  • Werbung nährt die Habgier der Menschen. — Advertising feeds people's covetousness.

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