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    Tempérament (en. Temperament)

    [tɑ̃.pe.ʁ.amɑ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The set of traits that characterize a person as an individual.
    His enthusiastic temperament allowed him to succeed in his career.
    Son tempérament enthousiaste lui a permis de réussir dans son métier.
    Emotional predisposition, often linked to nature or upbringing.
    The calm temperament of this child distinguishes him from his peers.
    Le tempérament calme de cet enfant le distingue de ses camarades.
    Usual mode of reaction in different situations.
    She has an impetuous temperament that drives her to act without thinking.
    Elle a un tempérament impétueux qui la pousse à agir sans réfléchir.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'temperamentum', meaning 'mixture' or 'temperature'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a fiery temperament
    To be very passionate and impulsive.
    avoir le tempérament de feu
    artistic temperament
    To have a sensitivity specific to art.
    tempérament artistique
    playful temperament
    To be joyful and full of life.
    tempérament enjoué

    Related Words

    energy
    Force or vigor in actions.
    énergie
    passion
    Intense feeling directed towards a person or activity.
    passion
    calm
    State of serenity, absence of agitation.
    calme

    Slang Meanings

    A strong temperament
    He has a strong temperament, which can sometimes put him in tricky situations.
    Il a un fort tempérament, ce qui peut parfois le mettre dans des situations délicates.
    To be moody
    She is often moody; her temperament changes with her mood.
    Elle est souvent lunatique, son tempérament change selon l'humeur.