Cognitive Functions of the 16 Personality Types

ESFP

Mpanao Hetsika

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Si

Mifanohitra

Fe

Mpitsikera

Ti

Mpamitaka

Ne

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

INFJ’s cognitive functions are Ni, Fe, Ti, Se, Ne, Fi, Te, and Si. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Ni and Fe, which is why the INFJ cognitive function crystal’s left side is Ni, while the right side is Fe. INFJs are forward thinkers who are capable of plotting and achieving long-term goals; this is because of the dominant cognitive function, Ni (Introverted Intuition). Ni enables INFJs to unfold hidden societal patterns that can cause significant impact. Fe (Extroverted Feeling) is INFJs’ auxiliary cognitive function. Fe guides INFJs to be in tune with other people’s emotions. INFJs connect with others on a personal level as they always see to it that none of their actions are causing anyone any harm. Their deep feelings brought by Fe combined with Ni make INFJs strong humanitarians ready to go after what they set their minds into.

ESFJ

Ambasadaoron'ny

Fe

Mampanjaka

Si

Mpanampy

Ne

Fahatelo

Ti

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Fi

Mifanohitra

Se

Mpitsikera

Ni

Mpamitaka

Te

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

INTJ’s cognitive functions are Ni, Te, Fi, Se, Ne, Ti, Fe, and Si. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Ni and Te, which is why the INTJ cognitive function crystal’s left side is Ni, while the right side is Te. INTJ’s dominant cognitive function is Ni (Introverted Intuition); this makes them capable of unfolding patterns and reading through underlying functions in every situation. Te (Extroverted Thinking), their auxiliary cognitive function, enables INTJs to be proactive and decisive. This function makes INTJs organized and rational, which they use to help other people solve their problems. Ni and Te make INTJs self-sufficient and capable.

ENFP

Mpanafika

Ne

Mampanjaka

Fi

Mpanampy

Te

Fahatelo

Si

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Ni

Mifanohitra

Fe

Mpitsikera

Ti

Mpamitaka

Se

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ENFP’s cognitive functions are Ne, Fi, Te, Si, Ni, Fe, Ti, and Se. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Ne and Fi, which is why the ENFP cognitive function crystal’s left side is Ne, while the right side is Fi. Ne (Extroverted Intuition) in ENFP’s dominant position means they are innately imaginative. They are inclined to go beyond boundaries and break limits, and are open to the limitless possibilities that life has to offer. The auxiliary cognitive function of ENFPs is Fi (Introverted Feeling); this enables them to stay in touch with their values and beliefs. Generally, Ne and Fi make the ENFPs enthusiastic, passionate, and outgoing.

ESTP

Mpiodina

Se

Mampanjaka

Ti

Mpanampy

Fe

Fahatelo

Ni

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Si

Mifanohitra

Te

Mpitsikera

Fi

Mpamitaka

Ne

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ENTP’s cognitive functions are Ne, Ti, Fe, Si, Ni, Te, Fi, and Se. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Ne and Ti, which is why the ENTP cognitive function crystal’s left side is Ne, while the right side is Ti. Ne (Extroverted Intuition), the dominant cognitive function of ENTPs, this makes them curious thrill-seekers, who are enthusiastic about going beyond limits and breaking norms. Ti (Introverted Thinking) in ENTPs’ auxiliary position balances their Ne with logical filtering and reasoning, allowing ENTPs to navigate through life with rationality without sacrificing all its fun. Altogether, their dominant and auxiliary cognitive functions make ENTPs spontaneous and clever.

ESTJ

Mpanatanteraka

Te

Mampanjaka

Si

Mpanampy

Ne

Fahatelo

Fi

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Ti

Mifanohitra

Se

Mpitsikera

Ni

Mpamitaka

Fe

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

INFP’s cognitive functions are Fi, Ne, Si, Te, Fe, Ni, Se, and Ti. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Fi and Ne, which is why the INFP cognitive function crystal’s left side is Fi, while the right side is Ne. INFP’s Fi dominant function (Introverted Feeling) allows them to be attuned with their feelings and thoughts. Fi makes them very sympathetic, especially to those suffering, which is why they are usually selfless and accepting. Their Ne (Extroverted Intuition) makes them innately imaginative and curiousm and allows them to become more open to other people’s differences. Altogether, INFP’s dominant and auxiliary functions make them caring and empathetic individuals who are always ready to comfort those in need.

ENFJ

Mahery Fo

Fe

Mampanjaka

Ni

Mpanampy

Se

Fahatelo

Ti

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Fi

Mifanohitra

Ne

Mpitsikera

Si

Mpamitaka

Te

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ISFP’s cognitive functions are Fi, Se, Ni, Te, Fe, Si, Ne, and Ti. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Fi and Se, which is why the ISFP cognitive function crystal’s left side is Fi, while the right side is Se. The dominant cognitive function of an ISFP is Fi (Introverted Feeling); this function empowers them with morality and authenticity. ISFPs are accepting and non-judgmental people who care about what other people feel. Se (Extroverted Sensing) is their auxiliary cognitive function, giving ISFPs the “live in the now” attitude. They are capable of connecting and immersing themselves in their environment. ISFPs are down-to-earth people whose desire is to freely express themselves.

INTP

Jenius

Ti

Mampanjaka

Ne

Mpanampy

Si

Fahatelo

Fe

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Te

Mifanohitra

Ni

Mpitsikera

Se

Mpamitaka

Fi

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ENFJ’s cognitive functions are Fe, Ni, Se, Ti, Fi, Ne, Si, and Te. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Fe and Ni, which is why the ENFJ cognitive function crystal’s left side is Fe, while the right side is Ni. ENFJs are naturally empathetic people who can see through to someone’s moods, feelings, and needs. They live with a mission of bringing peace and harmony – of making the world a better place; this comes from their dominant cognitive position, Fe (Extroverted Feeling). Ni (Introverted Intuition) in the ENFJ’s auxiliary position enables them to pause to listen to their instincts. This function allows ENFJs to remind themselves that there is always so much more than what meets the eye. Fe and Ni combined make ENFJs broadly compassionate, warm, and supportive.

ISFP

Mpanakanto

Fi

Mampanjaka

Se

Mpanampy

Ni

Fahatelo

Te

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Fe

Mifanohitra

Si

Mpitsikera

Ne

Mpamitaka

Ti

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ESFJ’s cognitive functions are Fe, Si, Ne, Ti, Fi, Se, Ni, and Te. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Fe and Si, which is why the ESFJ cognitive function crystal’s left side is Fe, while the right side is Si. ESFJ’s dominant function, Fe (Extroverted Feeling), enables them to feel for other people. They usually make an effort to make others feel comfortable through their little ways. Si (Introverted Sensing) are ESFJs’ auxiliary function that gives them the gift of detail, enabling their empathy with highly observant attentiveness, like bringing you your favorite food when you’re down. Warm-hearted and organized are how ESFJs are typically described.

ENTP

Mpanao Fanamby

Ne

Mampanjaka

Ti

Mpanampy

Fe

Fahatelo

Si

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Ni

Mifanohitra

Te

Mpitsikera

Fi

Mpamitaka

Se

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

INTP’s cognitive functions are Ti, Ne, Si, Fe, Te, Ni, Se, and Fi. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Ti and Ne, which is why the INTP cognitive function crystal’s left side is Ti, while the right side is Ne. Logic streamlines INTPs’ thoughts and actions because Ti (Introverted Thinking) is their dominant cognitive function. Ti encourages INTPs to seek the truth and provide the best solutions to their problems. Ne (Extroverted Intuition) is in their auxiliary position, meaning they are imaginative. Ne balances out Ti, allowing INTPs to remain explorative with their ideas and not stay too boxed in societal standards. INTPs are capable of adapting and accepting differences because of Ne. Their dominant and auxiliary functions make INTPs intellectually inclined and flexible.

INFJ

Mpiaro

Ni

Mampanjaka

Fe

Mpanampy

Ti

Fahatelo

Se

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Ne

Mifanohitra

Fi

Mpitsikera

Te

Mpamitaka

Si

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ISTP's cognitive functions are Ti, Se, Te, Fe, Te, Si, Ne, and Fi. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Ti and Se, which is why the ISTP cognitive function crystal's left side is Ti, while the right side is Se. ISTP's dominant function, Ti (Introverted Thinking), endows them with highly logical thinking. Rationality over emotions is ISTP's mantra. Se (Extroverted Sensing) on the auxiliary position of ISTPs guides their Ti to help couple their rationality with the ability to be spontaneous and live in the moment. Ti and Se combined make ISTPs pragmatic yet curious and exploratory people.

INFP

Mpampihavana

Fi

Mampanjaka

Ne

Mpanampy

Si

Fahatelo

Te

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Fe

Mifanohitra

Ni

Mpitsikera

Se

Mpamitaka

Ti

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ENTJ's cognitive functions are Te, Ni, Se, Fi, Ti, Ne, Si, and Fe. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Te and Ni, which is why the ENTJ cognitive function crystal's left side is Te, while the right side is Ni. Te (Extroverted Thinking), ENTJs’ dominant function, gives ENTJs the gift of efficiency, making ENTJs organized and structured people. This function drives and enables ENTJs to achieve their goals efficiently, which is also why they make great leaders. Their auxiliary function is Ni (Introverted Intuition), meaning they are naturally intuitive. ENTJs can decode patterns and identify how those can affect things in the long run. Ni enables ENTJs to see things from a broader perspective. These functions contribute hugely to ENTJs' key traits, which are being competent and strategic.

ISFJ

Mpiaro

Si

Mampanjaka

Fe

Mpanampy

Ti

Fahatelo

Ne

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Se

Mifanohitra

Fi

Mpitsikera

Te

Mpamitaka

Ni

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ESTJ’s cognitive functions are Te, Si, Ne, Fi, Ti, Se, Ni, and Fe. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Te and Si, which is why the ESTJ cognitive function crystal’s left side is Te, while the right side is Si. Analytical and objective are vital traits of ESTJs brought by their dominant function, Te (Extroverted Thinking). ESTJs thrive and find peace in order and structure. ESTJs see to it that everything they do is based on logic and facts; this way, they are sure they are not wasting their time which their Te despises. Si (Introverted Sensing), their auxiliary function, roots ESTJs in traditions and past experiences they hold close to them. For ESTJs, past inputs play an essential role in how things pay off in the present. Logical and result-driven, ESTJs ought to get whatever they set their mind to.

INTJ

Mpanao tetik'ady mahay

Ni

Mampanjaka

Te

Mpanampy

Fi

Fahatelo

Se

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Ne

Mifanohitra

Ti

Mpitsikera

Fe

Mpamitaka

Si

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ISFJ’s cognitive functions are Si, Fe, Ti, Ne, Se, Fi, Te, and Ni. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Si and Fe, which is why the ISFJ cognitive function crystal’s left side is Si, while the right side is Fe. The dominant cognitive function of ISFJs is Si (Introverted Sensing); this influences them to consult the past for answers to the present. ISFJs uphold and respect traditions and rules close to them. Fe (Extroverted Feeling), ISFJs’ auxiliary cognitive function, guides them to be empathetic. They care for what others are going through and usually make decisions based on how they could impact those around them. Their loyalty to tradition, practicality, and compassion for others are the most notable traits of ISFJs.

ISTP

Matihanina

Ti

Mampanjaka

Se

Mpanampy

Ni

Fahatelo

Fe

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Te

Mifanohitra

Si

Mpitsikera

Ne

Mpamitaka

Fi

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ISTJ’s cognitive functions are Si, Te, Fi, Ne, Se, Ti, Fe, and Ni. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Si and Te, which is why the ISTJ cognitive function crystal’s left side is Si, while the right side is Te. ISTJs are detail-oriented and efficient, brought by their dominant function Si (Introverted Sensing) which gives them the gift of detail. Their auxiliary function Te (Extroverted Thinking) guides their highly observant nature with systematic thinking. They are usually on the lookout for how they can accomplish things and solve problems easier. ISTJs have a strong sense of responsibility and are driven to utilize their energy on things that truly matter.

ENTJ

Mpitarika

Te

Mampanjaka

Ni

Mpanampy

Se

Fahatelo

Fi

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Ti

Mifanohitra

Ne

Mpitsikera

Si

Mpamitaka

Fe

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ESFP’s cognitive functions are Se, Fi, Te, Ni, Si, Fe, Ti, and Ne. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Se and Fi, which is why the ESFP cognitive function crystal’s left side is Se, while the right side is Fi. Se (Extroverted Sensing), ESFP’s dominant cognitive function, bestows them the gift of enjoying life without inhibitions. They are thrill-seekers who are always up for an adventure. ESFP’s auxiliary function is Fi (Introverted Feeling) which causes them to be in tune with their feelings and senses. Fi guides ESFPs to stay in their lane – the principled path. ESFPs are authentic people who place a lot of value on integrity and authenticity. Se and Fi combined make ESFPs fun-loving and warm individuals who want to live a good life.

ISTJ

Mpanao Zavatra Mifototra Amin'ny Zava-misy

Si

Mampanjaka

Te

Mpanampy

Fi

Fahatelo

Ne

Inapropria hoe adaladala ny mampiasa teny toy ny "inferior" hanamarinana olona iray. Tsara kokoa ny miteny amin'ny fomba mampihatra sy mahalala fanahy. Afaka manoratra fotsiny ianao hoe "least developed personality function" na "weakest cognitive function" fa tsy mampiasa teny manambany.

Se

Mifanohitra

Ti

Mpitsikera

Fe

Mpamitaka

Ni

Tsy fantatra ao anaty

ESTP’s cognitive functions are Se, Ti, Fe, Ni, Si, Te, Fi, and Ne. Their dominant and auxiliary functions are Se and Ti, which is why the ESTP cognitive function crystal’s left side is Se, while the right side is Ti. ESTPs take on life through their senses because of their dominant function, Se (Extroverted Sensing). If there is a motto that ESTPs would live by, it would be “seize the day,” as Se influences them to live in the now. ESTPs are in for the adventures life has to offer. Their auxiliary function, Ti (Introverted Thinking), serves as ESTPs’ anchor to stay logical despite their hunger for spontaneity. This function helps ESTPs narrow down their options and determine which works best. Altogether, Se and Ti combined make ESTPs outgoing but at the same time practical and observant.