Characteristic is first of all recognizable. So called certain traits of character, manners, habits, customs, situations, etc. Special people are also often called characteristic. In addition, this word is sometimes used in a more direct sense, denoting the tough and stubborn nature of a person.
Characteristic - what is it?
This word means something that is peculiar only to a certain object or group of objects. The accent is placed on the letter "e". A characteristic may be a hairstyle, a manner of speaking or a manner of dressing, a habit, a look, gestures, etc. The question of what characteristic feature this or that particular person has is usually quite easy to answer. In this case, the answer will contain some of its features that are not typical of anyone else.
Character actors
This is the name of actors with a pronounced type, role. Usually they play secondary, but very recognizable roles, despite the fact that the images of the characters they played are repeated over and over again. However, it is worth noting that the stress in this word is placed on the second letter "a", andit is read as "character".
How is this concept applied in practice? An actor with a refined and strict, stereotypically aristocratic appearance is likely to be often invited to minor roles of aristocrats (for example, Charles Dance). And a plump middle-aged actress with a recognizable appearance will be doomed to play quarrelsome, gloomy housewives (for example, Kathy Bates). However, the last example proves that such actors are quite in demand and often receive an Oscar for well-played roles.
Character person
This word is sometimes used to refer to people with a strong inner core. As in the previous case, the emphasis here is on the second letter "a". They are stubborn, stubborn and persistent. Their character is hard like stone and sharp like steel. It is usually difficult not to notice such personalities, because they attract weaker and more driven people with their strength. However, they do not have to be leaders at all. The main thing for a characteristic person is the ability to make decisions.
The main thing is not to confuse these three meanings of the same word and understand that they have different stress. It is the difference in stress that helps to avoid confusion.
