die Persönlichkeit
Translation
personality, character, figure, celebrity
Examples
Sie hat eine starke Persönlichkeit.
She has a strong personality.
Er ist eine bekannte Persönlichkeit.
He is a well-known figure.
Grammar Patterns
to have a ((adjective)) personality Sie hat eine starke Persönlichkeit.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Charakter (character), Wesen (nature), Individualität (individuality)
Etymology
Composed of 'Person' (person), '-lich' (adjective suffix, like '-ly'), and '-keit' (noun suffix, like '-ness'). It literally means 'person-likeness'.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the English word 'personality'. The structure is very similar, focusing on the qualities of a 'person'.