特性

tè xìng

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HSK 3.0 Level 6 Noun Uncommon

Definitions

1. property
2. characteristic

Word relationships

Antonyms

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• 共性 gòng xìng 共性 gòng xìng overall character 指共同具有的性质: overall character

Related words

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• 属性 shǔ xìng 属性 shǔ xìng attribute 更正式，常用于科学或哲学: attribute

Synonyms

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• 特点 tè diǎn 特点 tè diǎn characteristic (feature) 用于指人或事物独特的地方: characteristic (feature)
• 特征 tè zhēng 特征 tè zhēng characteristic 强调外在的标志或迹象: characteristic

Usage notes

Collocations

Commonly used in scientific or technical contexts, e.g., 物理特性 (physical properties).

Common mistakes

特性 is more formal and often used for inherent properties of things, not usually for temporary states.

Example Sentences

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这种材料的 特性 很独特。

The properties of this material are very unique.

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Child Words of 特性

• 性 性 xìng: characteristic
• 特 特 tè: special