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propensity in Japanese

propensity in Japanese is 傾向, 性向 — propensity means a natural tendency or inclination to behave or think in a particular way.

propensity in Japanese

傾向
noun
Pronounced: keikō
An inclination, disposition, tendency, preference, or attraction.
性向
noun
Pronounced: seikō
An inclination, disposition, tendency, preference, or attraction.

What does "propensity" mean?

  1. noun A natural tendency or inclination to behave or think in a particular way.
    "He has a propensity for exaggeration when telling stories."
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propensity in a sentence

  • He has a propensity for exaggeration when telling stories.
  • The dog showed a propensity for chewing shoes as a puppy.

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What is "propensity" in Japanese?

"propensity" in Japanese is 傾向, 性向. propensity means: A natural tendency or inclination to behave or think in a particular way.

How do you pronounce 傾向?

"propensity" in Japanese is 傾向, pronounced "keikō".

How do you use "propensity" in a sentence?

Example: "He has a propensity for exaggeration when telling stories." In Japanese, "propensity" is 傾向, 性向.

Are there other ways to say "propensity" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "propensity": 傾向, 性向.

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