internal qualities

[ɪnˈtɜːrnəl ˈkwɒlɪtiz]
noun phrase
qualidades internas
1. inherent characteristics, traits, or attributes that exist within a person, object, or substance that are not immediately visible or superficial
The internal qualities of a diamond determine its value more than its appearance.
As qualidades internas de um diamante determinam seu valor mais do que sua aparência.
2. personal virtues, moral attributes, or character traits that define who someone is as a person
She was valued for her internal qualities such as kindness, honesty, and integrity.
Ela era valorizada por suas qualidades internas como bondade, honestidade e integridade.
3. intrinsic properties or fundamental nature of something
The internal qualities of the material make it suitable for construction.
As qualidades internas do material o tornam adequado para construção.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, there is increasing emphasis on internal qualities over external appearance, particularly in personal development, education, and self-help contexts. This phrase is commonly used in psychology, philosophy, and personal development discussions.
NYC Slang
what's inside / real character / the goods (referring to true character)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
inner qualitiesintrinsic qualitiescharacter traitsvirtuesinherent attributes
Antonyms / Antônimos
external qualitiessuperficial qualitiesoutward appearancephysical attributes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
qualidades internas
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
qualidades internas
common usage, sometimes shortened to 'qualidades'
São Paulo
qualidades internas
formal usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
qualidades internas
identical usage; also 'atributos internos' is acceptable

Related Words

charactervirtueintegrityessenceintrinsicpersonalityinner selfmoral character

Related Idioms & Phrases

beauty is only skin deep (referring to importance of internal qualities over appearance)
judge not by appearances
character is destiny
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