個こ性せい

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Common wordJLPTN2Freq.FrequencyTop 5,000

Meanings

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noun

Refers to the distinctive traits, quirks, or character that set a person or thing apart. Often used positively for self-expression or uniqueness.

彼かの女じょはファッションで自じ分ぶんの個こ性せいを表ひょう現げんしている。
She expresses her individuality through fashion.

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The chef's personality really comes through in this restaurant's dishes.

性せい格かく
性格 refers to one's fundamental nature or disposition, while 個性 emphasizes the unique, distinguishing traits that make someone stand out.
特とく徴ちょう
特徴 is a general characteristic or feature, not necessarily tied to personal uniqueness; 個性 implies a more holistic, identity-shaping distinctiveness.

Compound of 個 (individual) and 性 (nature, character). The term became common in modern Japanese to express the Western concept of individuality.