习性

習性

xíxìng

noun #26,142

Meanings

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

Characters

to practice; to study; habit

nature; character; sex; property

Examples

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.

多年的军旅生涯改变了他的习性。

Duō nián de jūnlǚ shēngyá gǎibiàn le tā de xíxìng.

Years of military life changed his character and habits.

了解动物的习性有助于保护它们。

Liǎojiě dòngwù de xíxìng yǒuzhù yú bǎohù tāmen.

Understanding animals' habits helps protect them.

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