English–Japanese

“aptitude” in Japanese

Japanese

Also適性 (tekisei)

Pronunciation

Romajisoshitsu

Example

彼は数学の素質があります。kare wa sū gaku no so shitsu ga a ri ma su

He has an aptitude for math.

Illustration for 素質 (aptitude)

How to say “aptitude” in Japanese

“Aptitude” in Japanese is 素質 (soshitsu).

Describes a natural quality or ability that can develop into talent in a particular field.

Full entry for 素質: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 素質

彼は音楽の素質を生かして、作曲を始めました。kare wa on gaku no so shitsu o i ka shi te sak kyoku o haji me ma shi ta

He used his aptitude for music and began composing.

Tips for using 素質

  • The English word aptitude often points to suitability for a specific field, while 素質 (soshitsu) can also suggest talent that has not yet been developed.

Other Japanese words for “aptitude”

彼には教師としての適性があります。kare ni wa kyō shi to shi te no teki sei ga a ri ma su

He has the aptitude to be a teacher.

“aptitude” in other languages