记性 jìxing memory (ability to retain information)
How to remember 记性: 记 remember + 性 nature = memory (ability to retain information).
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How it is used
- Colloquial word for one's memory as a faculty - 你记性真好 (nǐ jìxing zhēn hǎo) you've got a great memory; 我记性差 (wǒ jìxing chà) I'm forgetful.
- Neutral tone 性 (jìxing). Spoken register; the bookish equivalent is 记忆力 (jìyìlì).
- Describes the ability to retain, not a specific recollection (that's 记忆 jìyì).
Example sentences
- 您记性不太好。 Nín jìxìng bútàihǎo.Your memory isn't too good.
- 骗子们必须有好记性。 Piànzi men bìxū yǒu hǎo jìxìng.Liars must have a good memory.