1.
perfectionist tendency; obsessive temperament; fastidious nature
A personality trait of becoming deeply absorbed in something and pursuing it to a meticulous degree. Can describe the trait itself or a person who has it.
彼は凝り性だから何でも徹底的にやる。
He has a perfectionist streak, so he does everything thoroughly.
凝り性なので、料理を始めたら道具もスパイスも全部揃えてしまう。
Because of my perfectionist nature, once I start cooking, I end up buying all the tools and spices.
凝り性なところがあって、趣味を始めるとお金も時間もかけすぎてしまう。
I have a tendency to get obsessive, so when I start a hobby, I end up spending too much money and time on it.
USAGE:
凝り性 comes from 凝る (to be devoted to, to be particular about) + 性 (nature, temperament). It is usually used positively or neutrally, suggesting dedication rather than unhealthy obsession.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 凝り性な人 (a person with perfectionist tendencies)
- 凝り性なところがある (to have a perfectionist streak)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 凝り性: gets deeply into things (personality trait)
- こだわり屋: picky, particular about details
- 完璧主義: perfectionism (stronger, can be negative)