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NounsHSK 6

Indicating a characteristic with 性

To express that something has a certain characteristic or quality, add the suffix 性 to a word, forming an abstract noun like 可能性 (possibility) or 科学性 (scientific nature). This suffix often attaches to adjectives or verbs, but some nouns can also take it. Be aware that 性 cannot be used freely with every word—common combinations are best learned as set vocabulary.

Structure

Word + 性
forms an abstract noun indicating a quality or property; there is no fixed rule for which words can take it

Examples

  • 这个方法有科学性。
    Zhège fāngfǎ yǒu kēxuéxìng.
    This method is scientific.
  • 他的作品很有艺术性。
    Tā de zuòpǐn hěn yǒu yìshùxìng.
    His works are very artistic.
  • 这个方案的可行性不高。
    Zhège fāng'àn de kěxíngxìng bù gāo.
    The feasibility of this plan is not high.
  • 这件事的可能性很小。
    Zhè jiàn shì de kěnéngxìng hěn xiǎo.
    The possibility of this matter is very small.
  • 公司有硬性的规定。
    Gōngsī yǒu yìngxìng de guīdìng.
    The company has rigid rules.

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