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贪婪 (tānlán) refers to greed or an excessive desire for more, while 贪污 (tānwū) specifically denotes the act of corruption or embezzlement; use 贪污 when discussing illegal financial misconduct rather than general greed.
Learners often confuse 贪污 with related terms like 受贿 (shòuhuì, to accept bribes) or 腐败 (fǔbài, corruption). It's used in formal contexts, especially in discussions about government or corporate ethics, so maintain a serious tone. Be mindful of the tone when using it in conversation; using a wrong tone could change its meaning.
As an HSK 6 word, 贪污 connects with themes of ethics and governance, which are common in advanced materials. Focus on its usage in legal contexts and practice constructing sentences that discuss corruption or ethical dilemmas in society.
Students often misuse 贪污 in contexts referring to general dishonesty rather than specifically embezzlement. For instance, saying '他贪污了一个谎言' (tā tānwūle yīgè huǎngyán, 'He embezzled a lie') is incorrect; it should be used with financial or resource-related contexts.
Pronunciation of 贪污
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How to say corruption in Chinese
“corruption” in Chinese is贪污
贪污 (tānwū) refers to the act of corruption or embezzlement, particularly involving the misappropriation of funds or resources entrusted to someone. It is commonly used in legal and political contexts to describe unethical practices, especially among officials or in businesses, highlighting a breach of trust.
When to use 贪污
Learners often confuse 贪污 with related terms like 受贿 (shòuhuì, to accept bribes) or 腐败 (fǔbài, corruption). It's used in formal contexts, especially in discussions about government or corporate ethics, so maintain a serious tone. Be mindful of the tone when using it in conversation; using a wrong tone could change its meaning.
贪污 or something close to it
贪婪 (tānlán) refers to greed or an excessive desire for more, while 贪污 (tānwū) specifically denotes the act of corruption or embezzlement; use 贪污 when discussing illegal financial misconduct rather than general greed.
What learners get wrong
Students often misuse 贪污 in contexts referring to general dishonesty rather than specifically embezzlement. For instance, saying '他贪污了一个谎言' (tā tānwūle yīgè huǎngyán, 'He embezzled a lie') is incorrect; it should be used with financial or resource-related contexts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 贪污
Synonyms include 腐败 (fǔbài, corruption) and 受贿 (shòuhuì, to accept bribes), which also relate to unethical conduct.
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