子供がおもちゃを欲しがって駄々をこねている。
The child is throwing a tantrum because they want a toy.
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Example sentences
子供が玩具を欲しがっている
The child is wanting a toy.
彼は何でも欲しがる欲深い人だ
He is a greedy person who wants everything.
Usage Notes
Used to describe someone else's desire, not your own. For your own desire, use 欲しい (hoshii).
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