English–Japanese
“temperament” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajikishitsu
Example
彼は生まれつき穏やかな気質です。kare wa u ma re tsu ki oda ya ka na ki shitsu de su
He has a calm temperament by nature.
How to say “temperament” in Japanese
“Temperament” in Japanese is 気質 (kishitsu).
Describes the inborn pattern of emotional response and behavior that gives a person a characteristic disposition.
Example sentences with 気質
相手の気質を理解すると、より円滑に話し合えます。ai te no ki shitsu o ri kai su ru to yo ri en katsu ni hana shi a e ma su
When you understand the other person's temperament, discussions can go more smoothly.
Tips for using 気質
- In English, temperament usually points to habitual emotional responses, while character more often includes qualities shaped by choices and conduct.