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    Using 性质 (xìngzhì) to express 'nature' or 'characteristic'

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    Structure

    具有 + Modifier + 性质

    Explanation

    性质 means 'nature' or 'characteristic,' referring to the fundamental qualities or inherent attributes of something. It is used in formal contexts to describe the essential character of an action, event, or substance.

    Examples

    • 这件事的性质非常严重，必须认真对待。

      Zhè jiàn shì de xìngzhì fēicháng yánzhòng, bìxū rènzhēn duìdài.

      The nature of this matter is very serious and must be taken seriously.

    • 这两种材料的化学性质完全不同。

      Zhè liǎng zhǒng cáiliào de huàxué xìngzhì wánquán bùtóng.

      The chemical properties of these two materials are completely different.

    • 我们需要先弄清楚这个问题的性质。

      Wǒmen xūyào xiān nòng qīngchǔ zhège wèntí de xìngzhì.

      We need to first clarify the nature of this problem.

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