How to say true nature in Korean

Korean: 본성[ bon-seong ]

true nature
true nature본성

Meaning

본성 means the real natural character that a person or animal has inside. With animals, it often describes instincts they are born with, like hunting, hiding, or protecting. People also use it for a person's inner character when it becomes clear.

Example sentences

  1. 고양이는 쥐를 잡는 본성이 있어요.

    Cats have a natural instinct to catch mice.

  2. 개는 주인을 지키는 본성이 있어요.

    Dogs have a natural instinct to protect their owners.

  3. 토끼는 숨는 본성이 있어요.

    Rabbits have a natural instinct to hide.

  4. 여행 중에 본 늑대는 야생의 본성이 강했어요.

    The wolf we saw on the trip had a strong wild nature.