This is the 640th most frequent Vietnamese word.
tham
The Vietnamese word "tham" can mean "greedy," "covetous," or "excessively desiring."
In this sentence, 'tham' is used as part of the verb 'tham gia,' which means 'to participate.' The word 'tham' can convey involvement or taking part in something.
Tôi thích tham gia các hoạt động ngoại khóa.
I enjoy participating in extracurricular activities.
Here, 'tham' is a root in the word 'tham lam,' which means 'greedy.' It indicates an excessive desire for something, often materialistic.
Anh ấy bị khiển trách vì quá tham lam.
He was reprimanded for being too greedy.
In this example, 'tham' appears in 'tham quan,' meaning 'to visit' or 'to go sightseeing.' It reflects the idea of exploring or touring a place.