N3
とくちょう (tokuchō)
特徴
characteristic; feature; trait
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to a distinctive characteristic, feature, or trait that stands out. Often used with 特徴がある (to have a feature). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'My distinctive trait?! That's... losing all my composure and getting completely flustered whenever it comes to you! ...Wait, no it's not! That was a massive lie!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『私の最大の特徴？それはね、あんたのことになると冷静でいられなくなって、すぐに赤面しちゃうことよ…って、だ、大嘘なんだからね！忘れて！』
📝 Example Sentences
このカメラの最大の特徴は、暗い場所でも綺麗に撮れることです。
The greatest feature of this camera is that it can take beautiful photos even in dark places.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "特徴"!
彼の顔の最大の_______は、大きくて優しい目です。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 他と比べて目立つ個性やポイントを指すため「特徴」が正解です。ハルカ部長：『あんたの顔の特徴？そうね…私をすぐにとろけさせる、そのずっこい笑顔よ…って、何言わせんの！』
English: Since it refers to an individuality or point that stands out compared to others, 'characteristic/feature' (tokuchō) is correct. Haruka: 'Your facial features? Well... that unfair smile that melts me instantly... Gosh, what are you making me say!'
English: Since it refers to an individuality or point that stands out compared to others, 'characteristic/feature' (tokuchō) is correct. Haruka: 'Your facial features? Well... that unfair smile that melts me instantly... Gosh, what are you making me say!'
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