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B1 noun #2,500 सबसे आम 7 मिनट पढ़ने का समय

特性

tokusei शीर्ष 2,500

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव 特性 30 सेकंड में

व्याख्या 特性 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't need to use 'tokusei' often. Instead, you use simple words like 'suki' (like) or 'ii' (good) to describe things. However, you might see 'tokusei' on a menu in a restaurant. Be careful! On a menu, it usually means 'Special' or 'Deluxe' (like a 'Special Ramen'). This is a different kanji (特製) but sounds the same. For the meaning of 'characteristic,' just remember that it's a word used for 'special parts' of something.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the A2 level, you are starting to describe things in more detail. You probably use 'tokuchou' (feature) to describe a person's face or a city. 'Tokusei' is a bit more difficult because it's about the 'inside' or 'nature' of something. You might hear it in simple science lessons or when someone explains why a certain tool is useful. For example, 'This tool is good because of its characteristics.' It's a noun, so you say '[Noun] no tokusei'.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the B1 level, 'tokusei' becomes a very useful word. You are now expected to talk about professional topics, hobbies, and social issues. Use 'tokusei' when you want to sound more precise than 'tokuchou'. It's perfect for discussing 'individual traits' in a job interview or 'product properties' in a business setting. It helps you move from just describing how things look to explaining how things work and why they are unique.

At the B2 level, you should be comfortable using 'tokusei' in academic and formal contexts. You will encounter it in news reports about technology, medicine, and the economy. You should understand the difference between 'tokusei' (inherent property), 'seishitsu' (nature/disposition), and 'tokuchou' (distinguishing feature). You can use it to build complex arguments, such as 'The regional characteristics (chiiki no tokusei) must be considered for this project.'

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the C1 level, you use 'tokusei' to discuss abstract concepts and nuanced differences. You might use it in legal, psychological, or high-level scientific discussions. You understand how it relates to 'zokusei' (attributes) in data analysis or 'tokushitsu' (innate qualities) in literature. You can use it fluently to describe the 'dynamic characteristics' (douteki tokusei) of a system or the 'psychological traits' of a demographic group without hesitation.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the C2 level, 'tokusei' is a basic tool in your vast vocabulary. You use it with perfect precision in highly specialized fields. You might analyze the 'historical characteristics' of a language or the 'intrinsic properties' of a quantum system. You are also aware of the word's history and its role in formal Japanese prose. You can distinguish between 'tokusei' and extremely similar terms like 'koyuu no seishitsu' (inherent nature) to express the finest shades of meaning.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव

特性 30 सेकंड में

Tokusei means 'characteristic' or 'inherent property'.
It is more formal and technical than the word 'tokuchou'.
It refers to internal or essential traits rather than just visual features.
Commonly used in science, business, psychology, and academic writing.

The word 特性 (とくせい - tokusei) is a sophisticated Japanese noun that translates to 'characteristic,' 'trait,' 'property,' or 'attribute.' While it might seem synonymous with other words like tokuchou (feature), tokusei carries a more technical, inherent, or essential nuance. It refers to the fundamental qualities that make something what it is, often used in scientific, psychological, or professional contexts to describe the internal nature of a person, material, or system. When you use tokusei, you are looking beyond the surface-level appearance and focusing on the core identity or functional capabilities of the subject.

Inherent Nature: It describes qualities that are built-in or naturally occurring, such as the physical properties of a metal or the psychological traits of an individual.

この素材は熱に強いという特性を持っています。(This material has the characteristic of being resistant to heat.)

Scientific/Professional Context: Used frequently in research papers, technical manuals, and business analyses to categorize specific functions or behaviors.

In everyday conversation, you might hear this word when discussing personality types (e.g., 'individual characteristics') or when a professional is explaining the unique selling points of a product. It implies a level of permanence and reliability. For example, the tokusei of a specific wood might be its durability and fragrance, whereas its tokuchou (feature) might be its beautiful grain pattern. Understanding this distinction is key to reaching a B1 level of Japanese proficiency.

個人の特性を活かした教育が必要です。(Education that makes use of individual characteristics is necessary.)

Distinction from Tokuchou: Tokuchou is a 'distinguishing feature' (often visual), while Tokusei is a 'characteristic property' (often internal or functional).

地域の特性を考慮して計画を立てる。(Make a plan considering the characteristics of the region.)

製品の特性を理解することが重要です。(It is important to understand the properties of the product.)

人間はそれぞれ異なる特性を持っている。(Humans each have different traits.)

Using 特性 correctly requires understanding its role as a formal noun. It is frequently paired with verbs like motsu (to possess), rikai suru (to understand), or ikasu (to leverage/utilize). Grammatically, it often appears in the structure '[Noun] + no + tokusei' to specify what the characteristic belongs to. This word is a staple in academic writing and professional reports because it sounds objective and precise.

Describing Materials: When talking about science or engineering, use it to describe how something reacts to its environment.

このプラスチックの特性は、軽量で丈夫なことです。(The characteristics of this plastic are that it is lightweight and durable.)

Describing People: In human resources or psychology, it refers to inherent abilities or psychological profiles.

彼のリーダーとしての特性は、決断力の速さだ。(His characteristic as a leader is his quick decision-making.)

In B1-level Japanese, you should start replacing more general words like tokuchou with tokusei when the context is analytical. For instance, instead of saying a city's 'features,' you might discuss the 'regional characteristics' that affect its economy. This demonstrates a deeper grasp of Japanese nuance and formality levels. It is also common in medical contexts, such as describing the 'characteristics' of a virus or a medication's side effects.

薬の特性をよく読んでから服用してください。(Please read the properties of the medicine carefully before taking it.)

Environmental Context: Describing how a specific environment functions or its unique ecosystem.

植物の成長特性を研究している。(I am studying the growth characteristics of plants.)

この市場の特性を分析する。(Analyze the characteristics of this market.)

データの特性に合わせた処理を行う。(Perform processing suited to the characteristics of the data.)

You will encounter 特性 in a variety of real-world scenarios in Japan. One of the most common places is in the workplace during product development meetings or performance reviews. Engineers and designers use it to discuss 'physical properties' (butsuri-teki tokusei) or 'acoustic characteristics' (onkyou tokusei). It is also very prominent in the Japanese educational system, particularly when discussing 'developmental traits' (hattatsu-teki tokusei) or individual learning styles.

News and Media: News reports often use it when explaining the nature of a disaster or the behavior of a new virus variant.

ウイルスの感染特性が変化している。(The infection characteristics of the virus are changing.)

Product Packaging: Descriptions on the back of electronics or high-tech fabrics often list 'tokusei' to highlight technical advantages.

In the context of the modern Japanese workplace, tokusei is often used in 'Diversity and Inclusion' initiatives. Companies aim to understand the 'individual characteristics' of their employees to create a more effective work environment. This usage highlights the shift from a one-size-fits-all approach to a more nuanced understanding of human behavior. In gaming, you might also see this word used for 'character stats' or 'innate abilities' of a hero or monster.

このキャラクターは水属性の特性を持っている。(This character has water-attribute characteristics.)

Marketing and Branding: Brands use it to define their 'brand identity' or 'brand characteristics' to differentiate themselves from competitors.

台風の進路には、季節ごとの特性があります。(There are seasonal characteristics in the path of a typhoon.)

日本の住居の特性を研究する。(Study the characteristics of Japanese housing.)

音の特性を利用した技術。(Technology that utilizes the properties of sound.)

The most frequent mistake learners make with 特性 is confusing it with tokuchou (特徴). While they both translate to 'characteristic' in English, their usage in Japanese is quite distinct. Tokuchou is used for something that stands out or is easily noticeable, like 'he has big ears.' Tokusei is used for an inherent quality that defines the nature of the thing, like 'he has a resilient personality.' Using tokusei for a visual feature sounds very strange and overly scientific.

Visual vs. Inherent: Mistake: Using 'tokusei' for a person's physical appearance (e.g., height, hair color).

❌ 彼の特性は背が高いことです。 (Incorrect: His 'property' is being tall.)

Formality Mismatch: Mistake: Using 'tokusei' in very casual settings where 'tokuchou' or just 'ii tokoro' (good points) would be better.

Another mistake is confusing tokusei with seishitsu (性質). While very close, seishitsu often refers to the 'disposition' or 'nature' of a person or animal, whereas tokusei is more often used for objects, materials, or abstract concepts like 'market characteristics.' However, they are sometimes interchangeable in psychological contexts. Lastly, be careful with the word tokusei (特製) which sounds exactly the same but means 'specially made' or 'deluxe' (common on menus!).

⚠️ 特性 (characteristic) vs 特製 (special made). Context is king!

Particle Usage: Learners often forget to use 'no' (の) when connecting it to a noun, or 'na' (な) when using related adjectives like 'tokuyu-na' (unique).

❌ 彼は特性な人です。 (Incorrect: He is a 'characteristic' person.)

✅ 彼はユニークな特性を持っています。 (Correct: He has unique characteristics.)

❌ このカメラの特性は安いです。 (Incorrect: This camera's characteristic is 'cheap'.)

To master 特性, you must understand how it fits into the family of 'characteristic' words in Japanese. Each has a slightly different shade of meaning. Choosing the right one shows you are a sophisticated speaker. The most common alternatives are tokuchou, seishitsu, tokushitsu, and zokusei.

Tokuchou (特徴): Emphasis on 'standing out.' Used for visual features or things that distinguish one thing from another. Most common word for 'feature'.
Seishitsu (性質): Refers to the 'nature' or 'disposition' of something. Often used for personality traits or the chemical nature of substances.
Tokushitsu (特質): Very similar to tokusei, but often emphasizes a 'special quality' that is superior or particularly unique. Highly formal.
Zokusei (属性): Used in data science, gaming, and philosophy to mean 'attribute' or 'category' (e.g., fire/water attributes in games).

When should you switch? If you are describing a person's appearance, use tokuchou. If you are describing their temperament, use seishitsu. If you are describing their unique professional skills or psychological traits in a report, use tokusei. In a scientific paper about the conductivity of gold, tokusei is the standard choice. In a conversation about why a friend is funny, tokuchou or ii tokoro is much more natural.

この物質の化学的性質を調べる。(Investigate the chemical nature of this substance.)

犯人の外見的な特徴を伝える。(Relay the visual characteristics of the suspect.)

ゲームのキャラクターに属性を付与する。(Assign attributes to a game character.)

How Formal Is It?

रोचक तथ्य

The kanji 特 (toku) originally depicted a 'special' cow used for sacrifices in ancient temples (寺). The kanji 性 (sei) combines 'heart/mind' (心) and 'birth/life' (生), representing the nature one is born with.

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK tɒkseɪ

US toʊkseɪ

Japanese is pitch-accented. In 'tokusei', the pitch usually starts low on 'to' and rises on 'ku', staying high for 'sei'.

तुकबंदी

Kousei (composition) Yousei (fairy/request) Ryousei (dormitory student) Tousei (control) Meisei (fame) Shousei (correction) Kasei (Mars) Suisei (comet)

आम गलतियाँ

Pronouncing 'sei' as 'say' with a heavy English diphthong.
Misplacing the pitch accent, making it sound like 'tokusei' (specially made) if the context is unclear.
Vowel lengthening: Don't make the 'u' too long.
Confusing the 'ts' sound (if it were tokutsei, which it isn't) with 's'.
Stressing the wrong syllable (Japanese syllables have equal length).

कठिनाई स्तर

पठन 3/5

The kanji are common but require knowing B1-level vocabulary to distinguish from similar words.

लिखना 4/5

Writing the kanji '特性' correctly and using it in formal sentences requires practice.

बोलना 3/5

Pronunciation is easy, but choosing it over 'tokuchou' takes linguistic awareness.

श्रवण 3/5

Must be careful not to confuse it with the homophone 'tokusei' (specially made).

आगे क्या सीखें

पूर्वापेक्षाएँ

特別 (tokubetsu) 特徴 (tokuchou) 性質 (seishitsu) 性格 (seikaku) 理由 (riyuu)

आगे सीखें

属性 (zokusei) 特質 (tokushitsu) 適性 (tekisei) 機能 (kinou) 構造 (kouzou)

उन्नत

恣意性 (shiisei) 可塑性 (kasosei) 非対称性 (hitashousei) 蓋然性 (gaizensei) 整合性 (seigousei)

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

Noun + の + 特性

水の特性 (The properties of water)

特性 + に + 基づく

特性に基づく判断 (Judgment based on characteristics)

特性 + を + 踏まえる

特性を踏まえた計画 (A plan that takes characteristics into account)

特性 + 上

構造上の特性 (Structural characteristics/Due to structural nature)

特性 + 別の

特性別のグループ分け (Grouping by characteristic)

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

このラーメンは特製です。

This ramen is the special/deluxe version.

Note: This uses 特製 (special made), which sounds like 特性.

水の特性を教えます。

I will teach you the properties of water.

Simple noun + no + tokusei structure.

猫には特性があります。

Cats have characteristics.

Basic 'arimasu' (there is/possess) pattern.

このカメラの特性は何ですか？

What are the characteristics of this camera?

Question form using 'nan desu ka'.

特性を知ることは大切です。

Knowing characteristics is important.

Using 'koto' to turn the verb into a noun phrase.

赤い色の特性は何ですか？

What are the characteristics of the color red?

Describing an abstract concept like color.

木の特性を活かします。

I will make use of the characteristics of wood.

Introducing the verb 'ikasu' (to leverage).

あなたの特性は？

What are your traits?

Shortened conversational form.

この素材の特性は、軽くて強いことです。

The characteristic of this material is that it is light and strong.

Using the '-te' form to list adjectives.

地域の特性に合わせた家を建てる。

Build a house suited to the regional characteristics.

Using 'ni awaseta' (suited to).

子供の特性を理解しましょう。

Let's understand the characteristics of children.

Using the volitional 'mashou' (let's).

この薬の特性を説明します。

I will explain the properties of this medicine.

Formal 'setsumei shimasu'.

犬の特性について本を読みました。

I read a book about the characteristics of dogs.

Using 'ni tsuite' (about).

仕事の特性上、夜勤があります。

Due to the nature of the job, there are night shifts.

Using '-jou' to mean 'due to the nature of'.

スマートフォンの特性を比較する。

Compare the characteristics of smartphones.

Using 'hikaku suru' (to compare).

冬の特性を知っていますか？

Do you know the characteristics of winter?

Asking about general knowledge.

個人の特性を活かす職場環境を作る。

Create a workplace environment that leverages individual traits.

Using 'ikasu' with a complex object.

市場の特性を分析して、新製品を開発する。

Analyze market characteristics and develop new products.

Sequential actions using the '-te' form.

この製品の最大の特性は耐久性です。

The greatest characteristic of this product is its durability.

Using 'saidai no' (greatest).

リーダーには、独自の特性が求められる。

Unique characteristics are required for a leader.

Passive voice 'motomerareru' (is required).

教育において、学生の特性を考慮すべきだ。

In education, students' traits should be considered.

Using 'subeki da' (should).

このアプリはユーザーの特性に合わせて変化する。

This app changes according to the user's traits.

Using 'ni awasete' (according to).

植物の成長特性を研究しています。

I am researching the growth characteristics of plants.

Present continuous '-te imasu'.

データの特性を理解しないと、正しい分析はできない。

Unless you understand the data's characteristics, you can't do a correct analysis.

Conditional 'nai to' (unless/if not).

音響特性を考慮したホールを設計する。

Design a hall considering the acoustic characteristics.

Technical compound 'onkyou tokusei'.

この物質の物理的特性を詳しく調査した。

We investigated the physical properties of this substance in detail.

Adjectival 'butsuri-teki' (physical).

ウイルスの感染特性が徐々に明らかになってきた。

The infection characteristics of the virus have gradually become clear.

Using 'tekita' to show a progression over time.

地域の歴史的特性を保存する活動を行っている。

We are conducting activities to preserve the historical characteristics of the region.

Compound 'rekishi-teki tokusei'.

個々の特性を無視した一律の教育には反対だ。

I am against uniform education that ignores individual traits.

Using 'mushi shita' (which ignored).

この投資信託の特性は、リスクが低いことです。

The characteristic of this investment trust is that the risk is low.

Financial context.

言語の構造的特性を比較言語学で学ぶ。

Learn the structural characteristics of languages in comparative linguistics.

Academic context.

性格の特性を5つの要素で分析するビッグファイブ理論。

The Big Five theory, which analyzes personality traits using five elements.

Psychological context.

国民性の特性を論じるのは、ステレオタイプに陥る危険がある。

Discussing the characteristics of national character carries the risk of falling into stereotypes.

Complex abstract subject.

半導体の電気的特性を精密に制御する技術。

Technology to precisely control the electrical characteristics of semiconductors.

Technical/Engineering context.

法制度の特性が、その国の経済成長に大きな影響を与える。

The characteristics of a legal system have a significant impact on a country's economic growth.

Socio-economic context.

動的なシステムにおける過渡特性を解析する。

Analyze transient characteristics in dynamic systems.

Advanced scientific term 'kado tokusei' (transient characteristics).

文学作品における文体の特性を文体論で考察する。

Examine the characteristics of style in literary works through stylistics.

Literary analysis.

このアルゴリズムは、非線形なデータの特性を捉えるのに適している。

This algorithm is suitable for capturing the characteristics of non-linear data.

Computer science context.

建築家は、土地の特性を最大限に引き出す設計を試みた。

The architect attempted a design that would maximize the land's characteristics.

Using 'saidai-gen ni hikidasu' (bring out to the maximum).

遺伝的特性が行動に及ぼす影響を双生児研究で明らかにする。

Clarify the influence of genetic traits on behavior through twin studies.

Biological/Genetic context.

存在論的な特性を問うことは、哲学の根本的な課題である。

Questioning ontological characteristics is a fundamental task of philosophy.

Philosophical context.

量子力学的な粒子の特性は、古典的な物理学では説明できない。

The characteristics of quantum mechanical particles cannot be explained by classical physics.

Theoretical physics.

言語の恣意性という特性が、記号論の出発点となった。

The characteristic known as the arbitrariness of language became the starting point of semiotics.

Linguistic theory.

社会システムの自己組織化という特性に着目する。

Focus on the characteristic of self-organization in social systems.

Systems theory.

美学的特性の客観性を巡る議論は、カント以来続いている。

The debate surrounding the objectivity of aesthetic characteristics has continued since Kant.

Aesthetics/Philosophy.

脳の可塑性という特性が、学習と記憶の基盤となっている。

The characteristic of brain plasticity forms the basis of learning and memory.

Neuroscience.

情報の非対称性という市場の特性が、経済的な歪みを生む。

The market characteristic known as information asymmetry creates economic distortions.

Economic theory.

生命現象の創発的特性を解明するための統合的なアプローチ。

An integrated approach to elucidate the emergent characteristics of biological phenomena.

Advanced biology.

समानार्थी शब्द

特徴性質特質持ち味

विलोम शब्द

共通点一般性

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

特性を活かす

物理的特性

個人の特性

地域の特性

音響特性

成長特性

市場の特性

電気的特性

製品の特性

心理的特性

सामान्य वाक्यांश

特性上

— Due to the nature/characteristics of something. Used to explain reasons.

仕事の特性上、秘密は守らなければならない。

固有の特性

— Inherent/unique characteristics. Emphasizes exclusivity.

その土地固有の特性を守る。

主要な特性

— Main characteristics. Used to highlight the most important traits.

この計画の主要な特性を説明します。

優れた特性

— Superior characteristics. Used to praise a product or person.

このエンジンは優れた特性を持っている。

負の特性

— Negative characteristics. Often used in psychological or systemic analysis.

そのシステムの負の特性が表面化した。

基本的な特性

— Basic characteristics. The foundation of something's nature.

人間としての基本的な特性。

共通の特性

— Common characteristics. Traits shared between different entities.

哺乳類には共通の特性がある。

独自の特性

— Unique/Original characteristics. Used to show differentiation.

彼は独自の特性を持つ作家だ。

様々な特性

— Various characteristics. Used when listing multiple traits.

素材が持つ様々な特性を利用する。

特性を把握する

— To grasp/understand the characteristics. Common in professional reports.

現状の特性を正確に把握する。

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

特性 vs 特徴 (tokuchou)

Tokuchou is a visible or standout feature. Tokusei is an inherent property.

特性 vs 特製 (tokusei)

Sounds the same but means 'special/deluxe' (mostly used for food).

特性 vs 性質 (seishitsu)

Seishitsu is 'nature' or 'temperament'. Tokusei is more 'attribute/property'.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"特性を弁える"

— To know one's characteristics or limits. Understanding one's true nature.

自分の特性を弁えて行動する。

Formal

"特性が際立つ"

— Characteristics stand out prominently. Used for high quality or distinctiveness.

彼の芸術的な特性が際立っている。

Neutral

"特性を殺す"

— To suppress or ruin the natural characteristics of something.

過度な加工は素材の特性を殺してしまう。

Neutral

"特性に甘んじる"

— To be complacent with one's natural traits without improving.

才能という特性に甘んじて努力を怠る。

Literary

"特性を引き出す"

— To bring out the best characteristics of someone or something.

良い指導者は選手の特性を引き出す。

Neutral

"特性に磨きをかける"

— To polish or refine one's characteristics/skills.

自分の特性にさらに磨きをかける。

Neutral

"特性を見極める"

— To judge or determine the true nature/characteristics of something.

投資先の特性を見極めることが重要だ。

Formal

"特性を盾にする"

— To use one's characteristics as an excuse (often negative).

自分の特性を盾にして、わがままを通す。

Informal

"特性の塊"

— A person or thing that is a 'bundle' of specific characteristics.

彼は好奇心の特性の塊のような人だ。

Informal

"特性が仇となる"

— One's characteristics end up causing a problem or backfiring.

彼の正直すぎる特性が仇となった。

Neutral

आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

特性 vs 特徴

Both translate to 'characteristic'.

特徴 is what you notice first (visual). 特性 is the underlying nature (functional).

象の特徴は長い鼻だが、特性は知能が高いことだ。(The elephant's feature is a long trunk, but its trait is high intelligence.)

特性 vs 特製

Identical pronunciation.

特製 is 'special made'. 特性 is 'characteristic'.

特製ラーメンの特性を説明する。(Explain the characteristics of the special ramen.)

特性 vs 適性

Similar sound and both relate to people.

適性 is 'aptitude' (suitability for a task). 特性 is a 'trait' (how you are).

彼の特性は慎重だが、この仕事への適性はない。(His trait is being cautious, but he has no aptitude for this job.)

特性 vs 属性

Both used in data/classification.

属性 is a category or tag (e.g., age). 特性 is a quality (e.g., strength).

ユーザーの属性と特性をデータ化する。(Turn user attributes and traits into data.)

特性 vs 特質

Very close meanings.

特質 is more formal and emphasizes 'unique quality'. 特性 is more standard for 'properties'.

この素材の特質は他に類を見ない。(The special quality of this material is unparalleled.)

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

[A] の特性は [B] です。

この紙の特性は水に強いことです。

[A] の特性を活かして [B] する。

木の特性を活かして家具を作る。

[A] の特性を理解することが重要だ。

相手の特性を理解することが重要だ。

[A] には [B] という特性がある。

ダイヤモンドには非常に硬いという特性がある。

[A] の特性に合わせた [B]。

学生の特性に合わせた授業。

[A] の特性を分析した結果、 [B] がわかった。

市場の特性を分析した結果、ニーズがわかった。

[A] という特性上、 [B] は避けられない。

仕事の特性上、残業は避けられない。

[A] の特性を最大限に発揮する。

個人の特性を最大限に発揮する。

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा

特性 (tokusei) - Characteristic

特質 (tokushitsu) - Special quality

特徴 (tokuchou) - Feature

特異性 (tokuyousei) - Specificity/Singularity

क्रिया

特徴付ける (tokuchou-zukeru) - To characterize/brand

特化する (tokka-suru) - To specialize in

विशेषण

特殊な (tokushu-na) - Special/Unique

独特な (dokutoku-na) - Unique/Peculiar

特有の (tokuyuu-no) - Characteristic of/Peculiar to

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

frequency

High in professional, scientific, and academic domains. Medium in daily conversation.

सामान्य गलतियाँ

Using 'tokusei' for physical appearance. → Using 'tokuchou' (特徴).
You cannot say someone has the 'tokusei' of blue eyes. That is a visual 'tokuchou'.
Confusing 'tokusei' (characteristic) with 'tokusei' (special made). → Pay attention to context and kanji.
While they sound the same, they are used in completely different settings (science vs. food).
Using 'tokusei' as a 'na-adjective'. → Use it as a noun with 'no'.
You cannot say 'tokusei-na'. You must say '...no tokusei'.
Using 'tokusei' for temporary states. → Use 'joutai' (state) or 'yousu' (appearance).
Tokusei refers to permanent or inherent qualities, not how someone feels today.
Overusing 'tokusei' in casual speech. → Use 'tokuchou' or simple descriptions.
Using 'tokusei' with friends can sound overly stiff or robotic.

सुझाव

Use in Reports

When writing business or school reports, use 'tokusei' to sound more professional.

Learn Collocations

Focus on phrases like 'tokusei o ikasu' (leverage traits) to use the word naturally.

Context Clues

In a restaurant, always assume 'tokusei' means 'special made' (特製).

Noun Linking

Always use 'no' to link 'tokusei' to what it belongs to (e.g., 'mizu no tokusei').

Inherent vs. Surface

Remember: Tokusei = Inherent/Internal. Tokuchou = Surface/Visible.

Self-Introduction

In interviews, use 'kojin no tokusei' to talk about your unique professional strengths.

Regional Pride

Use 'chiiki no tokusei' when discussing local food, traditions, or climate.

Material Properties

In engineering, 'tokusei' is the standard word for 'specifications' or 'properties'.

Character Stats

Look for 'tokusei' in your favorite Japanese RPGs to see how characters are defined.

The DNA Rule

Think of 'tokusei' as the DNA of a thing—it's what makes it what it is.

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Think of 'TOKU' (Special) and 'SEI' (Nature). Tokusei is the 'Special Nature' of a thing. It's not just how it looks, it's what's inside.

दृश्य संबंध

Imagine a superhero with a hidden power inside their chest. The suit is the 'tokuchou' (feature), but the power inside is the 'tokusei' (characteristic trait).

Word Web

Science Personality Material Unique Inherent Professional Analysis Identity

चैलेंज

Try to list three 'tokusei' of your favorite gadget. For example, a Kindle's tokusei is its e-ink screen that doesn't tire the eyes.

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

The word is composed of two Kanji: 特 (toku) meaning 'special' or 'unique', and 性 (sei) meaning 'nature', 'gender', or 'quality'. It entered the Japanese lexicon as a Sino-Japanese compound (kango) to describe inherent qualities.

मूल अर्थ: The original meaning in Chinese referred to the unique nature or 'heaven-sent' qualities of a person or object.

Sino-Japanese (Kango).

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

When discussing people's 'tokusei' in a clinical or HR context, it's important to remain objective and avoid sounding like you are labeling or stereotyping them.

In English, we often use 'characteristic' or 'trait' interchangeably with 'feature'. Japanese is stricter about using 'tokusei' for inherent/technical qualities.

Psychological tests like the 'Egogram' in Japan often measure 'tokusei'. In the Pokemon series, the 'Abilities' of Pokemon are called 'tokusei' in the Japanese version. Technical manuals for companies like Sony or Toyota use 'tokusei' to describe engineering specs.

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वास्तविक संदर्भ

Science Class

実験で特性を調べる
物質の化学的特性
熱伝導の特性
特性をグラフにする

Job Interview

自分の特性をアピールする
仕事の特性を理解する
個人の特性を活かしたい
適性と特性の違い

Product Marketing

製品の特性を強調する
競合他社との特性の差
ユーザーの特性を掴む
独自の特性を打ち出す

Gaming

キャラの特性を確認する
隠れ特性を解放する
特性の組み合わせ
属性と特性の相性

Psychology

性格特性論
発達の特性
心理的特性の測定
行動特性の分析

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"あなたの仕事には、どのような特性がありますか？ (What kind of characteristics does your job have?)"

"この新しいスマートフォンの特性は何だと思いますか？ (What do you think are the characteristics of this new smartphone?)"

"自分の性格の特性を一つ挙げるとしたら何ですか？ (If you had to name one characteristic of your personality, what would it be?)"

"地域の特性を活かした観光地はどこですか？ (Where is a tourist spot that makes use of regional characteristics?)"

"素材の特性を活かした料理について教えてください。 (Please tell me about cooking that makes use of the characteristics of the ingredients.)"

डायरी विषय

今日学んだ新しいスキルの特性について書いてみましょう。 (Write about the characteristics of a new skill you learned today.)

あなたの親友の素晴らしい特性を3つ挙げてください。 (List three wonderful characteristics of your best friend.)

自分が住んでいる町の特性を説明してください。 (Explain the characteristics of the town where you live.)

仕事や勉強で、自分の特性をどのように活かしていますか？ (How do you leverage your characteristics in your work or studies?)

将来、どのような特性を持つ人になりたいですか？ (What kind of characteristics do you want to have in the future?)

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

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No, you should use 'tokuchou' (特徴) for visual traits like hair color or height. 'Tokusei' is for personality traits or inherent abilities.

While common in science, it is also used in business (market characteristics), psychology (personality traits), and education (student traits).

Context is key. If you are in a restaurant, it's 'special made'. If you are in a lab or office, it's 'characteristic'. Also, 'tokusei' (special made) is often used as a prefix (e.g., tokusei-ramen).

Yes, it is more formal than 'tokuchou'. It is standard in professional and academic settings.

Yes, it can. You can talk about the 'negative characteristics' (fu no tokusei) of a system or a material.

They are very close. 'Seishitsu' is often more about 'disposition' or 'temperament' (especially for living things), while 'tokusei' is more about 'attributes' or 'properties'.

Usually 'o' (when it's an object) or 'ga' (when it's a subject). Example: 'tokusei o ikasu' or 'tokusei ga aru'.

No. 'Tokusei' is a noun. You would say 'tokusei o motta hito' (a person with characteristics) or use an adjective like 'dokutoku-na' (unique).

Yes! It often refers to 'Abilities' or 'Stats' that are inherent to a character or monster.

It is written as 特性. The first kanji means 'special' and the second means 'nature'.

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