ngare’ [ROOT] describes an extremely greedy person, with a strong connotation of deceitfulness. This person is seen as someone who exploits others for personal gain, often in a cunning or unscrupulous way; avarice
Possible English lexeme equivalents:
Scrooge: implying someone miserly and greedy, though it doesn't fully capture the deceitful aspect.
Vulture: suggesting someone who preys on others for profit, conveying a sense of exploitation.
mala’kangare’ adj. (
ngares n. Refers to the mucous membrane and tissue surrounding the teeth, also known as the gingiva