Meaning

Primary

Envy

Alternative

Jealousy

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

Envy consumes your hope turning it all to envy and jealousy.

Reading

せんぼう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You've learned them already, so you should be able to read this on your own!

Context

Context Sentences

ハチは、犬界での羨望の的だ。

Hachi is a target of jealousy in the dog world.

彼は、あまりにも美味しそうなカレーパンを食べていたため羨望の視線を浴びた。

He was eating such delicious-looking curry bread that he attracted envious stares.

ゴードンへの羨望の気持ちが抑えきれず、料理の道へ進みました。

I couldn't ignore my envious feelings toward Gordon and I decided to pursue my career in cuisine.

Kanji Composition