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one's nature; one's destiny
custom; tradition; habit; convention
「性」 has other readings with different meanings.
彼の性格は穏やかだと思うよ。
I think his nature is gentle.
人間の性について考えることがある。
I sometimes think about human nature.
性善説を信じている人が多いね。
Many people believe in innate goodness.