1.
true nature, real character
The fundamental or inherent character of a person, often hidden or concealed from others.
彼の本性が分かった。
I understood his true nature.
本性を現した。
He revealed his true nature.
怒ると本性が出る人もいる。
Some people show their true nature when they get angry.
本性 often implies a hidden or negative true character.
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 本性を現す: to reveal one's true nature
- 本性が出る: one's true nature comes out
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 本質: essence, true nature (more neutral)
- 性格: personality, character