性格 (xìng gé): Translation, Pronunciation and Example Sentences

The Chinese word 性格 refers to one’s personality or character. It is a combination of innate and learned traits that shape a person’s behavior and attitudes. The word is commonly used in everyday conversation and is often used to describe someone’s personality, such as being outgoing or introverted. It can also be used to describe the personality of a fictional character or a public figure. In Chinese culture, having a good 性格 is highly valued, and it is believed that one’s personality plays a significant role in determining success in life.

Translation

Noun: nature, temperament, character

Pronunciation

Example Sentences

ChinesePinyinEngish
她的性格很开朗tā de xìnggé hěn kāilǎngHer personality is very outgoing
他的性格比较内向tā de xìnggé bǐjiào nèixiàngHis personality is more introverted
她的性格非常温和tā de xìnggé fēicháng wēnhéHer personality is very gentle
他的性格有点儿急躁tā de xìnggé yǒudiǎnr jízàoHis personality is a bit impatient
她的性格很坚强tā de xìnggé hěn jiānqiángHer personality is very strong
他的性格非常乐观tā de xìnggé fēicháng lèguānHis personality is very optimistic
她的性格比较冷静tā de xìnggé bǐjiào lěngjìngHer personality is more calm
他的性格有点儿自私tā de xìnggé yǒudiǎnr zìsīHis personality is a bit selfish

HSK

性格 is part of HSK Level 4 in HSK 2.0. In the newer HSK 3.0 it is part of HSK Level 3.

Learning Card

Learning card for Chinese word 性格 with Pinyin and English Translation