He had a short temper and was prone to outbursts of violence.他是个急性子，常常动粗。The main flaw in his character is his short temper.他性格的最大弱点是性子急。The only flaw in his character seems to be a short temper.他性格中的唯一缺点好像就是脾气急。His short temper had become notorious.他的臭脾气是出了名的。