先天的
Meanings
1
innate; inborn; congenital; hereditary
Describes traits, abilities, or conditions present from birth, whether genetic or congenital. Often contrasted with 後天的 (acquired).
Antonyms: 後天的
His musical talent is innate.
He was born with a congenital disease.
2
a priori
Philosophical term for knowledge or reasoning independent of experience. See also アプリオリ.
See also: アプリオリ
Kant discussed the framework of a priori cognition.
Usage patterns
- 先天的な〈事〉an innate/congenital ~ (trait, condition, etc.)
He has a congenital heart condition.
- 先天的に〈動詞〉to be innately/from birth ~ (determined, lacking, etc.)
It is said that that ability is determined innately.
- 〈事〉は先天的である~ is innate/inborn (rather than acquired)
This personality trait is believed to be innate.