性向|せいこうseikou[0]heiban (flat)

1. nouninclination; tendency; nature; character

• Synonym傾向けいこうNeutralThe broadest word for a tendency or trend, for individuals and society alike, as in 「考えすぎる傾向」; 「性向」 is the more written term, centered on inclinations of one's nature.
• Synonym性癖せいへきNeutralRefers to personal quirks or bents; in modern colloquial use it often means sexual preferences, so use with care, whereas 「性向」 is neutral and objective.
• Related傾きかたむきNeutralA native Japanese word for a tilt or slope that can also mean a tendency or preference, though in everyday speech it mostly describes objects tilting or leaning.

Use 「性向」 for inclinations of one's nature, as in 「消費性向」 and 「性向検査」; for general tendencies and trends pick 「傾向」, and for personal quirks 「性癖」.

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1. 性質せいしつの傾向けいこう。気質きしつ。