特色
Meanings
characteristic; distinctive feature; special quality
General term for a distinguishing trait or feature that sets something apart. Used for people, products, places, and abstract qualities.
The distinctive features of this region are its rich nature and traditional crafts.
His way of speaking has a unique characteristic.
Technical printing term for a premixed ink color used instead of or in addition to process colors. Not used in everyday conversation.
This brochure is printed using two spot colors.
Usage patterns
- 〈事・物〉に特色があるfor something to have a distinctive characteristic
The cuisine of this region has its own distinctive characteristics.
- 特色を生かすto make the most of a distinctive feature
This restaurant offers a menu that makes the most of the distinctive qualities of local ingredients.
- 特色を出すto bring out a distinguishing feature (of a product, design, etc.)
We adjusted the color scheme to bring out a distinctive feature in the design.
- 特色ある〈物〉a distinctive kind of ~
They are aiming to build a town with its own distinctive character.