物欲(ものほ)しげ

ものほしげ
na-adjective
wistful; longing; covetous
emotionappearance
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(ものほ)しげな顔(かお)をする。
To make a longing face.
犬(いぬ)が物欲(ものほ)しげにこちらを見(み)ていた。
The dog was looking at me longingly.
物欲(ものほ)しげな目(め)で他人(たにん)のお菓子(かし)を見(み)るのはやめなさい。
Stop looking at other people's snacks with those longing eyes.

Formed from 物欲(ものほ)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(ものほ)しげな顔(かお) — a longing/wistful face
  • 物欲(ものほ)しげな目(め) — longing eyes
  • 物欲(ものほ)しげに見(み)る — to look longingly

Similar words

  • 欲(ほ)しそう — looking like one wants something (more casual)
  • 羨(うらや)ましげ — looking envious
  • 未練(みれん)がましい — reluctant to let go, lingering attachment

Related Words

Compare: 未練(みれん)がましい (reluctant to let go, lingering…)
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Added 2026.3.27 12:32 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01
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