'It builds character' or 'character-building' refers to something that a person does which makes you into a better person. In this case, the act of clearing the snow is probably not really character-building, but it is used as an excuse by the father. I guess that learning how to work hard to carry out a menial task can make you a mentally stronger person!
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'It builds character' or 'character-building' refers to something that a person does which makes you into a better person. In this case, the act of clearing the snow is probably not really character-building, but it is used as an excuse by the father. I guess that learning how to work hard to carry out a menial task can make you a mentally stronger person!
HasibrahmanWhat does "it builds character" mean here?
It means "It will make you a better person".
The comment about building character is typically used (often as a bit of humor) to encourage someone to do a very difficult task.
CJ
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