Característica (en. Feature)

/kaɾakteɾís.ti.ka/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Trait or quality that is part of the nature of something.
Honesty is a valued characteristic in leaders.
La honestidad es una característica valorada en los líderes.
Aspect that contributes to the identification of a person or thing.
A characteristic of the climate in this region is its high humidity.
Una característica del clima de esta región es su alta humedad.
Element that defines or gives identity to a group or category.
A characteristic of modern art is its break with traditions.
Una característica del arte moderno es su ruptura con las tradiciones.

Etymology

From the Greek 'characteristika', which means 'distinctive traits'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Personal characteristics
Traits that describe a person's personality.
Características personales
Product characteristics
Aspects that describe the qualities and functions of an item.
Características del producto
To have similar characteristics
To share traits or attributes with another person or thing.
Tener características similares

Related Words

character
Set of traits and qualities that define a person.
carácter
particularity
Trait that distinguishes something from others.
particularidad
attribute
Quality or characteristic inherent to something.
atributo

Slang Meanings

Distinctive trait mentioned colloquially.
That girl has a characteristic that makes her unique at the party.
Esa chica tiene una característica que la hace única en la fiesta.
Quality that stands out among the crowd.
Juan's most noticeable characteristic is his sense of humor.
La característica más notoria de Juan es su sentido del humor.