🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

個性

Pronunciation / Transliteration: kosei

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Individuality/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuːəlɪti/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"彼女の個性は彼女の作品に表れている。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The quality or character of being an individual; individuality is the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity.

    "Her individuality shone through in her unique fashion choices."
  2. 2

    The state or condition of being different from others in a way that is important to the individual.

    "The artist's work reflects her individuality and personal experiences."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'individuality' originates from the Latin word 'individuum', meaning 'indivisible', which evolved through Middle French into its current form in English. The concept has shifted from a focus on separateness to an emphasis on personal identity and uniqueness in modern usage.

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