noun HSK 4
Traditional 個性
personality · individuality · character
Meaning
个性 refers to a person's distinctive character, temperament, or personality traits that make them unique. It encompasses both inherent qualities and behavioral patterns that distinguish one individual from another.
Usage
个性 is commonly used in everyday conversation to describe someone's personality traits, whether positive (有个性 'has character/personality') or negative (没个性 'lacks personality'). It can describe both overall character and specific quirks. Often used with adjectives like 强 (strong), 鲜明 (distinct), or 独特 (unique).
Examples
- 01她是一个很有个性的人。.She's a person with a lot of personality.
- 02这件衣服的设计很有个性。.The design of this clothing is very distinctive.
Characters
Common collocations
- 有个性to have personality/character
- 个性鲜明distinctive personality
- 个性化personalized, customized
- 张扬个性to express one's individuality
Antonyms
Origin
Combines 个 (individual) with 性 (nature/character) to literally mean 'individual nature' or the qualities that define a person as distinct from others.