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temperaments

UK //ˈtemprəmənts//US //ˈtemprəmənts//

词源

源自拉丁语 'temperamentum'(混合比例),后演变为描述性格特征的术语,14世纪通过古法语进入英语。

noun

❶ 指一个人天生的性格或情绪倾向,通常用来描述人的基本行为模式和情感反应方式。

“The twins have completely different temperaments, one is outgoing while the other is shy.”

(这对双胞胎性格完全不同,一个外向,另一个害羞。)

“Teachers should adapt their methods to suit the temperaments of their students.”

(教师应根据学生的性格特点调整教学方法。)

同义词:disposition, nature, personality, character, mood

常见短语

artistic temperament — 指艺术家常见的敏感、情绪化性格特征,常表现为创造力强但情绪波动大。

“The famous pianist was known for his artistic temperament and sudden mood swings.”

(这位著名钢琴家以其艺术家的敏感性格和突然的情绪波动而闻名。)

even temperament — 形容一个人性格稳定平和,不容易生气或情绪化。

“As a nurse, her even temperament helps her deal with difficult patients calmly.”

(作为一名护士,她平和的性格帮助她冷静应对难相处的病人。)