Translation of Japanese word "性格" to English
性格
せいかく
[seikaku]
IPA: /neikoɡa/
Meaning
NounOf people, a set of non-physical psychological and social qualities that make one person distinct from another.
How to use
性格 (seikaku) — 'personality / character'. 性格が良い / 悪い — good/bad personality. 二重性格 — split personality.
🇬🇧 English
personality / character
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 性格
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): せいかく
Romaji Transcription: seikaku
Example Sentences
彼女の性格はとても優しいです。
かのじょのせいかくはとてもやさしいです。
Her personality is very kind.
彼の性格はとても強いです。
かれのせいかくはとてもつよいです。
His personality is very strong.
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The Japanese word "性格" means "personality / character" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Refers to a person's nature or character.".
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