一般討論[]
attribute, property, character 這幾個字的概念很接近。而中文的 屬性、特性、特質 等詞的概念也一樣很類似。以下,我們試著區分這幾個概念。
詞義研究[]
Attribute 是事物與生俱來的特質:
- The Free Dictionary: a quality or characteristic inherent in or ascribed to someone or something
- Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary: an inherent characteristic
Character 是與其他事物不同的特點
- The Free Dictionary: the combination of qualities or features that distinguishes one person, group, or thing from another
- Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary: one of the attributes or features that make up and distinguish an individual
Property 是事物特殊之處
- The Free Dictionary: a characteristic trait or peculiarity, especially one serving to define or describe its possessor
- Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary: a quality or trait belonging and especially peculiar to an individual or thing
屬性
特質
特性
結論[]
- Attribute 應當對應到 屬性
- Property 應當對應到 特性
- Character 應當對應到 特質
Attribute 及 property 在計算機科技領域上使用的非常普遍。例如:file attribute、object property 等。上述的翻法,使用在此領域非常貼切,而且明確不會混淆。