ban2 sing3品性
Jyutpingban2 sing3
Yalebán sing
Definition
Moral character, temperament, or the innate nature of a person or animal.
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How it's used
Focuses on the inherent, stable nature of a person or animal rather than their temporary mood or current behavior. It carries a slightly formal or evaluative weight, often appearing when discussing someone's upbringing or underlying integrity. While it can apply to animals, it is most frequently used to describe human moral fiber.
Examples
He has a pure and kind character and is very polite to others.
How do you know what his moral character is like?
Related words
Common phrases
pure and kind character
vicious or bad character
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a specific personality quirk or a fleeting emotional state. It refers to a deep-seated, long-term trait, so using it to describe someone who is just having a bad day sounds unnatural.
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Grammar guides
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