característico /kˌaɾakteɾˈistiko/ · adjective · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "characteristic".

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Source term
characteristic
Translation
característico
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
adjective
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Dictionary form característico
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
característico + noun / It is característico
Examples
El color rojo brillante es característico de esta flor rara.
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Example Sentences

La paciencia es una cualidad característica de todos los buenos profesores.

English: Patience is a characteristic quality of all good teachers.

B2 · Intensity And Extremes

Ella tiene una forma de reír característica que todos reconocen al instante.

English: She has a characteristic way of laughing that everyone recognizes immediately.

B2 · Intensity And Extremes

El color rojo brillante es característico de esta flor rara.

English: The bright red colour is characteristic of this rare flower.

B2 · Intensity And Extremes

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