temperament
/ˈtemprəmənt/
CEFR level C1Topic EmotionWord #5597 in the learning path
性情；气质
Definitions
n. a person's usual emotional nature and way of reacting
性情；气质
Example
Our new puppy has a gentle temperament and rarely barks.
我们新养的小狗性情温顺，很少吠叫。
A calm temperament helps healthcare professionals communicate effectively with patients during stressful situations in busy hospitals.
在繁忙医院的紧张情境下，沉着的性情有助于医护人员与患者有效沟通。
Collocations
- a calm temperament
- an artistic temperament
- by temperament
Word family
- temperamental (adj.)
- temperamentally (adv.)
Synonyms
- disposition
- nature
Usage tip
temperament指惯常性情；temper常指脾气，尤指怒气。
FAQ
- What does temperament mean?
- a person's usual emotional nature and way of reacting
- How is temperament pronounced?
- UK /ˈtemprəmənt/, US /ˈtemprəmənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
