資質(ししつ)

ししつ
noun
nature; qualities; disposition
1. nature; innate qualities; disposition; aptitude
The inherent qualities, character traits, or natural abilities that a person possesses from birth.
リーダーとしての資質(ししつ)がある。
He has the qualities of a leader.
政治家(せいじか)としての資質(ししつ)が問(と)われている。
His qualifications as a politician are being questioned.
資質(ししつ)だけでなく努力(どりょく)も大切(たいせつ)だ。
Not just natural aptitude, but effort is also important.

WORD STRUCTURE:
資(し) (resources, nature) + 質(しつ) (quality)

NUANCE:
資質(ししつ) emphasizes innate, natural qualities that a person is born with, rather than acquired skills. Often used when discussing whether someone is suited for a particular role or profession.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 資質(ししつ)がある - to have the qualities/aptitude
  • 資質(ししつ)が問(と)われる - one's qualifications are questioned
  • 資質(ししつ)を備(そな)える - to possess the qualities
  • 資質(ししつ)向上(こうじょう) - improvement of qualities
  • 指導者(しどうしゃ)としての資質(ししつ) - leadership qualities

SIMILAR WORDS:

  • 素質(そしつ) - natural ability, aptitude (more about potential)
  • 才能(さいのう) - talent (more about skill/ability)
  • 適性(てきせい) - aptitude, suitability
  • 器(うつわ) - capacity, caliber (figurative)

FORMAL USAGE:
資質(ししつ) is often used in formal contexts like job evaluations, political discussions, or education.

Related Words

Synonym: 素質(そしつ) (potential/aptitude)
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Added 2026.1.20 17:47 · Revised 2026.1.24 23:24
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