Chinese
tānwū
Meaning: corruption; graft
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

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Handwriting

貪汙
貪
汙
贪污
贪
污

Example sentences

That official was sentenced for corruption and bribery.
這些商人與官員勾結,貪汙了公款。
这些商人与官员勾结,贪污了公款。
These merchants colluded with officials and embezzled public funds.
他因涉嫌貪汙而被免職。
他因涉嫌贪污而被免职。
He was dismissed from office due to suspected corruption.

Usage Notes

Refers to the illegal acquisition of property or money using one's position or power.

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