習性
Meanings
1
habit; acquired tendency
Refers to a habitual pattern of behavior, especially one acquired through repetition or conditioning. Often used for animals and people.
Cats have a nocturnal habit.
He developed the habit of jogging every morning.
2
Describes characteristic behavior or an inherent trait, often of animals or people. Broader than a simple habit; can refer to innate or typical patterns.
The behavior of migratory birds is not yet fully understood.
That trait of his probably won't change.
Usage patterns
- 〈動物〉には〈動詞〉習性があるan animal has a tendency/habit to do something
Cats have a tendency to squeeze into narrow spaces.
- 習性を身につけるto acquire a behavioral trait or tendency
Wild animals acquire behavioral traits that help them survive.
- 〈事〉という習性the habit/tendency of doing a particular thing
This bird has the habit of singing at night.