Característica (en. Characteristic)

/ka.ɾak.te.ɾis.ti.ka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Trait or quality that allows identifying a person, object, or situation.
An important characteristic of his personality is patience.
Una característica importante de su personalidad es la paciencia.
Attribute that defines the nature of something.
The characteristic of the climate in this region is humidity.
La característica del clima en esta región es la humedad.
Particularity that presents itself as a distinctive sign.
The most notable characteristic of this building is its modern architecture.
La característica más notable de este edificio es su arquitectura moderna.

Etymology

From Latin 'characteristica', derived from 'character', meaning 'character'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Special characteristics
Unique aspects that stand out in something or someone.
Características especiales
It does not have any notable characteristic
It refers to something or someone that does not have distinctive features.
No tiene ninguna característica destacable
To know the characteristics of the product
It implies understanding the attributes and specifications of an item.
Conocer las características del producto

Related Words

character
Set of traits and characteristics that define a person.
carácter
particularity
Trait that distinguishes something within a group.
particularidad
specification
Detailed description of the technical characteristics of something.
especificación

Slang Meanings

Thing that stands out
That garment has a characteristic that makes it unique.
Esa prenda tiene una característica que la hace única.
cool trait
His style has a very cool characteristic that attracts everyone.
Su estilo tiene una característica muy cool que atrae a todos.