彼は寡欲な人で、出世にも金にも興味がない。
He is a man of few desires, with no interest in either promotion or money.
祖父は寡欲に質素な暮らしを続けた。
My grandfather, wanting little, went on living simply.
寡欲こそが心の平安をもたらすと僧は説いた。
The monk taught that having few desires is what brings peace of mind.