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characteristic
A typical, distinguishing feature or an essential quality of a person, object, or situation.
Ein wichtiges Charakteristikum dieses Architekturstils ist die Verwendung von viel Glas.
An important characteristic of this architectural style is the use of a lot of glass.
This word belongs to the word family of 'der Charakter' (character) and 'charakteristisch' (characteristic, adjective). All of these words refer to typical features or qualities.
Es ist charakteristisch für ihn, immer zu spät zu kommen.
It is characteristic of him to always arrive late.
'Charakteristikum' (characteristic) is a rather formal and educated-sounding word. It is often found in academic, technical, or analytical texts.
In der Studie werden die Charakteristika der verschiedenen Materialien beschrieben.
The study describes the characteristics of the different materials.
To say what something is a feature of, the genitive is often used. Alternatively, you can also use the preposition 'von' (of/from) with the dative.
Die besondere Farbe ist ein Charakteristikum dieses Minerals.
The special color is a characteristic of this mineral.
characteristic / capacity
Eigenschaft refers to a characteristic of a person or thing. Charakteristikum places greater emphasis on the fact that this characteristic is typical, essential, and especially distinctive. Both can refer to the same characteristic, but Charakteristikum highlights its importance for recognition.
Die besondere Bitterkeit ist ein Charakteristikum dieser Kaffeesorte.
The pronounced bitterness is a characteristic of this coffee variety.
Die leichte Bitterkeit ist eine Eigenschaft dieses Kaffees.
The slight bitterness is a characteristic of this coffee.
