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习性

習性
xíxìng
noun #26,142

Meanings

  1. 1 habits and nature
  2. 2 character acquired through long habit
  3. 3 behavioral traits
  4. 4 habitual nature

Examples

HSK 5
猫的习性是白天睡觉，夜间活动。
Māo de xíxìng shì báitiān shuìjiào, yèjiān huódòng.
It is a cat's nature to sleep during the day and be active at night.
HSK 5
了解动物的习性有助于保护它们。
Liǎojiě dòngwù de xíxìng yǒuzhùyú bǎohù tāmen.
Understanding animals' habits helps protect them.
HSK 7-9
多年的军旅生涯改变了他的习性。
Duōnián de jūnlǚ shēngyá gǎibiàn le tā de xíxìng.
Years of military life changed his character and habits.

Tips

usage
习性 refers to traits that have formed over time through habit or environment - a blend of 习惯 (habit) and 性格 (character). It is often used to describe animal behavior or deeply ingrained human tendencies.

Stroke Order

习 xí
性 xìng