特性 (tè xìng) — characteristic, property

Definition

特性 (tè xìng) means an inherent characteristic or property, often in technical or scientific contexts. It differs from 特点 (tè diǎn) 'distinguishing feature' and 特征 (tè zhēng) 'identifying trait' by focusing on intrinsic qualities rather than what sets something apart. 性质 (xìng zhì) is broader ('nature'), while 特色 (tè sè) stresses a distinctive positive quality.

noun

characteristicproperty

Examples

特性。
Zhè zhǒng cáiliào de tè xìng shì nài gāowēn.
The characteristic of this material is high temperature resistance.
特性。
Měi gè rén dōu yǒu zìjǐ dútè de tè xìng.
Everyone has their own unique characteristics.
特性。
Zhè kuǎn shǒujī de tè xìng shì dàijī shíjiān cháng.
The characteristic of this phone is long standby time.

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