Meaning of the word characters in English

What does characters mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

characters

US /ˈkær.ək.tərz/
UK /ˈkær.ək.təz/

Plural Noun

1.

the people or animals in a story, play, or movie

Example:
The main characters in the novel were very well developed.
She enjoys creating unique characters for her stories.
2.

symbols or letters used in writing or printing

Example:
The password must contain at least eight characters, including numbers and symbols.
Some languages use thousands of different characters.
3.

the distinctive qualities that describe how a person thinks, feels, and behaves

Example:
He has a strong moral character.
It takes real character to admit your mistakes.