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[くせ()]
kuse
noun

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[へき()]
heki

English Meaning(s) for 癖

noun
  1. habit (often a bad habit, i.e. vice); tendency
  2. peculiarity; idiosyncrasy; mannerism
  3. crease; wrinkle; curl; kink

Definition and Synonyms for 癖

Habit an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation
Synonyms: , 習わし, 習わす, 習慣
Mannerism a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual
Synonyms: 一癖, 性癖,
Habit may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition
Synonyms: , 習わし, 習わす, 習慣

Meanings for each kanji in 癖

» mannerism; habit; vice; trait; fault; kink

Categories 癖 is a member of

Custom accepted or habitual practice
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Peculiarity a distinguishing trait
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 癖

Sample Sentences for 癖

He has the habit of reading the newspaper while eating.
The sociologist has a habit of scratching his back.
That is just her way.
I know you're happy about it. Why don't you just show it?
Children imitate their parents' habits.

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