Meaning
character, letter (symbol for a word or a sound)
- character; letter
- font; typeface
- character; temperament
- trait; characteristic
In a sentence
Che carattere ha tua sorella con gli amici?
What is your sister like with friends?
Questo carattere è troppo piccolo per leggere bene.
This font is too small to read well.
Non capisco questo carattere cinese.
I don't understand this Chinese character.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| carattere | masculine · singular |
| caratteri | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'carattere' for personality traits; 'personalità' is broader and more formal.
- For 'character' in a story, prefer 'personaggio'—'carattere' sounds unnatural here.
- No plural form change for meaning 'letters/symbols': 'due caratteri' (two characters).