脾气
pí qi
Definitions
- 1. character
- 2. temperament
- 3. disposition
- 4. bad temper
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Word relationships
Usage notes
Common mistakes
脾气 (pí qi) can mean 'temperament' but is often used to refer specifically to a 'bad temper' or 'anger'. Saying 他有脾气 (tā yǒu pí qi) usually means 'He has a bad temper', not simply 'He has a temperament'.
Example Sentences
2 shown他 脾气 暴躁，容易发火。
He has a hot temper and easily gets angry.
他的 脾气 很好。
He has a very good temper.
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