1.
wistful; longing; looking as if one wants something
Describes the appearance of wanting something, often visible in someone's expression, gaze, or manner. Can imply a slightly pathetic or needy quality.
物欲しげな顔をする。
To make a longing face.
犬が物欲しげにこちらを見ていた。
The dog was looking at me longingly.
物欲しげな目で他人のお菓子を見るのはやめなさい。
Stop looking at other people's snacks with those longing eyes.
Formed from 物欲しい (wanting things) + げ (suffix meaning "appearing to be, looking like"). Describes the outward appearance of desire rather than the internal feeling itself. Often used for facial expressions or body language that reveals wanting.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 物欲しげな顔 — a longing/wistful face
- 物欲しげな目 — longing eyes
- 物欲しげに見る — to look longingly
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 欲しそう — looking like one wants something (more casual)
- 羨ましげ — looking envious
- 未練がましい — reluctant to let go, lingering attachment