1. Characteristics or features that are common to all humans or all members of a group across different cultures and contexts
The ability to recognize facial expressions is considered one of the universal traits of human beings.
A capacidade de reconhecer expressões faciais é considerada um dos traços universais dos seres humanos.
2. In design or art, elements or patterns that are understood and appreciated across all cultures and time periods
Symmetry and balance are universal traits found in aesthetically pleasing designs.
A simetria e o equilíbrio são traços universais encontrados em designs esteticamente agradáveis.
3. In linguistics, features of language that appear in all human languages
Universal traits in language include the ability to refer to past events and express negation.
Os traços universais na linguagem incluem a capacidade de se referir a eventos passados e expressar negação.