性质

Pattern visualization

Examples

1. 我们要先弄清这个问题的性质。▶ —
   We must first clarify the nature of this problem.
2. 这两件事的性质完全不同。▶ —
   These two matters are completely different in nature.

Collocations

Mnemonic

性 xìng "nature" + 质 zhì "substance": the inherent nature or property of a thing or matter. 化学性质 = chemical properties, 问题的性质 = the nature of a problem. Leans to the character/nature of things or issues. Similar to 本质.

Related

Quick check

1. What does 问题的性质 mean?

   • the nature/character of the problem
   • the number of problems
   • the answer
   • who set the problem