Chandler Bing


Character Source Material: Friends (TV Series, NBC)


Chandler Bing is a quick-witted, sarcastic, and charmingly awkward character known for his impeccable comedic timing and distinctive sense of humor. His job in statistical analysis and data reconfiguration often reflects his analytical mind, but it's his self-deprecating jokes and dry wit that make him a standout among the group of friends. Chandler uses humor as a defense mechanism, stemming from insecurities rooted in his upbringing and past experiences. Throughout the series, his growth as a character is evident as he navigates relationships, career challenges, and personal development, ultimately showcasing his kind heart, loyalty, and unwavering support for his friends.


5 Factor Personality Summary for Chandler Bing

Trait Percentile Trait Disposition
Neuroticism 68.86 Average
Agreeableness 46.08 Average
Extraversion 63.82 Average
Conscientiousness 26.38 Average
Openness 41.72 Average
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5 Factor Personality Items and Responses for Chandler Bing

This section displays the detail item responses that were used to generate the above personality summary. The methodology for selecting the item responses for this fictional character involved using research from a generative artificial intelligence tool to summarize a descriptive response to a question related to each item. The research was reviewed and a judgement was made on the most appropriate response on that item. You can view an example script for collecting these responses (see: Script for Automated Five Factor Assessment)

Trait Item Item Response Item Score AI-Generated Research*
Openness Do not have a good imagination. Moderately Inaccurate 4

Evaluation: 'Moderately inaccurate'. Explanation: Chandler Bing from the TV show 'Friends' is consistently portrayed as a character with a good sense of humor. His ability to come up with witty remarks and sarcastic comebacks on the spot, in various scenarios, implies that he does have an active imagination. However, he may not typically use it in the traditional, creative sense (e.g. storytelling, artistic endeavour), hence the 'moderately inaccurate'. But, with his sharp sense of humour, quick wit and ability to come up with comical hypothetical scenarios, it can be considered inaccurate to say he does not have a good imagination.

Openness Am not interested in abstract ideas. Moderately Accurate 2

'Moderately accurate'. Chandler Bing from 'Friends' is mainly depicted as a character who is more oriented towards humor and sarcasm, with more practical approaches to the situations he encounters. While he occasionally engages in intellectual conversations, he usually doesn't show a strong fascination or interest in abstract ideas or deep philosophical thoughts. However, he does not exhibit a complete disinterest as he sometimes participates in conversations that require some abstraction. Hence, it would be moderately accurate to say he is not interested in abstract ideas.

Openness Have difficulty understanding abstract ideas. Moderately Inaccurate 4

'Moderately inaccurate'. Chandler Bing from 'Friends' is often portrayed as sarcastic and quick-witted, which implies he has a good level of comprehension and intelligence to grasp both concrete and abstract ideas. He may sometimes feign confusion or ignorance to lighten a situation or as part of his humor, but this should not be mistaken for a genuine difficulty in understanding abstract ideas.

Openness Have a vivid imagination. Moderately Accurate 4

Based on the available character information, the statement 'Chandler Bing has a vivid imagination' would be 'moderately accurate.' While he is not usually portrayed engrossed in daydreams or fantastical ideas, Chandler Bing from 'Friends' demonstrates a quick wit and a unique perspective which manifests often in his humorous and often sarcastic remarks. His capacity for creating original jokes and retorts on the spot indicates a certain level of imaginative thinking. However, his imagination doesn't seem to extend noticeably into areas outside of humor, which is why the evaluation is 'moderately accurate' and not 'very accurate.'

Neuroticism Seldom feel blue. Moderately Inaccurate 4

I would say 'moderately inaccurate'. Chandler Bing, a character from the television show 'Friends', is often portrayed as having a cynical and sarcastic sense of humor, which he usually uses to mask his feelings of anxiety, loneliness, or sadness. Despite his often joyful and comedic exterior, the show also delves into moments of emotional vulnerability and melancholy, denoting times when Chandler does indeed 'feel blue'. His character also consistently deals with a range of issues, including his troubled upbringing and insecurities in relationships, causing him to experience moments of sadness or feeling 'blue'.

Neuroticism Am relaxed most of the time. Moderately Inaccurate 4

'Moderately inaccurate'. Chandler Bing, a character from the popular television show 'Friends', is often portrayed as being anxious and sarcastic. He frequently uses humor as a defense mechanism to cope with his insecurities and discomfort. Therefore, he cannot be accurately described as being relaxed most of the time.

Neuroticism Get upset easily. Moderately Inaccurate 2

I would evaluate this as 'moderately inaccurate'. Chandler Bing, a character from the television show 'Friends', is known for his sarcastic humor and witty banter. He tends to use humor as a defense mechanism rather than showing his upset or anger openly. While he does have moments of conflict or stress, like any other character, he does not tend to get upset easily or over minor issues. He is more likely to make a joke out of a situation that to let it upset him. However, he does have a sensitive side and can be emotional at times, but those occasions are not frequent enough to categorize him as a person who gets upset easily.

Neuroticism Have frequent mood swings. Moderately Inaccurate 2

Evaluation: 'Moderately inaccurate'. Explanation: Based on the character's portrayal in the show 'Friends', Chandler Bing does not seem to exhibit frequent mood swings. He maintains a fairly consistent sarcastic and humorous personality throughout the series. He occasionally shows stress or worry, particularly in the context of his romantic relationships and job, but such instances can be regarded as situational responses rather than frequent mood swings.

Conscientiousness Make a mess of things. Moderately Inaccurate 4

Evaluation: Moderately inaccurate. Chandler Bing, a character from the popular sitcom 'Friends,' does occasionally find himself in messy situations, often due to his unique sense of humor and issues stemming from his commitment and self-esteem. However, classifying him as someone who 'makes a mess of things' is moderately inaccurate. To provide further context, Chandler's character exhibits growth throughout the series, learning to manage his insecurities and becoming increasingly adept at handling personal relationships, especially in the later seasons. His corporate job also suggests a certain level of responsibility and competence. Therefore, while Chandler does find himself in confusing or complicated situations, he does not habitually 'make a mess of things.'

Conscientiousness Often forget to put things back in their proper place. Moderately Accurate 2

'Moderately accurate'. Chandler Bing is a character from the TV show 'Friends' who is often shown as being slightly disorganized and often joked about not being the 'housewife type' amongst his friends. Despite this, there isn't consistent, significant evidence of him regularly forgetting to put things back in their proper place. His character is more closely associated with sarcasm, commitment issues, and awkwardness. So, while it's somewhat accurate to say he may forget to put things back, this is not a core characteristic of his persona.

Conscientiousness Like order. Moderately Accurate 4

I would say it's 'moderately accurate' that Chandler Bing (Friends) likes order. Chandler is often shown to be a responsible and hardworking individual, especially when it comes to his job in statistical analysis and data reconfiguration. He seems to prefer stability and consistency, which is why he stays at his tedious job for so long, even though he doesn't particularly like it. His sarcasm and humor also often mask an underlying love for order and stability. However, the more disorganized sides of his apartment life and some aspects of his personal life show he doesn't necessarily require strict order all the time.

Conscientiousness Get chores done right away. Moderately Inaccurate 2

Evaluation: 'Moderately inaccurate'. Explanation: Chandler Bing, from the popular sitcom Friends, is often portrayed as someone who procrastines tasks unless they are directly related to his job or immediate personal interests. He often avoids doing chores until absolutely necessary, frequently making jokes to deflect the tasks. Chandler's living situation, shared with roomate Joey, is often shown as messy, which also signifies a lack of urgency in cleaning up or doing chores. So, to say that Chandler gets chores done right away would be moderately inaccurate.

Agreeableness Am not interested in other people's problems. Moderately Inaccurate 4

'Moderately inaccurate'. Chandler Bing, a character from the popular sitcom 'Friends,' does show interest in his friends' problems. Throughout the series, we see him engaging in conversations about the issues his friends face, providing advice, and even helping out when needed. He often uses humor as a mechanism to deal with problems, his own and his friends', which sometimes shelters his true concern, but his overall actions and behavior demonstrate his interest and concern for his friends' problems. Therefore, the assertion that Chandler Bing is not interested in other people's problems is moderately inaccurate. He may not always explicitly communicate his concern, but his actions often reflect his interest and engagement in his friends' struggles and successes.

Agreeableness Am not really interested in others. Moderately Inaccurate 4

'Moderately inaccurate'. Chandler Bing, as depicted in the TV series Friends, shows consistent interest in his friends' lives. He often engages in their conversations, offers advice, and supports them through their challenges, indicating his interest in others. While he does use humor as a coping mechanism and appears aloof at times - especially in uncomfortable situations - this does not imply a lack of interest in others. Rather, it seems to reflect his personal way of dealing with difficult situations and emotions. He is also a very good friend to Joey, often helping him financially and emotionally, which demonstrates his giving and concerned nature. Thus, it is moderately inaccurate to state that Chandler Bing is not really interested in others.

Agreeableness Feel others' emotions. Moderately Accurate 4

'Moderately Accurate'. Chandler Bing, a fictional character from popular sitcom 'Friends', often communicates with humor and sarcasm but he also shows a solid understanding of his friends' emotional state and often provides comfort or advice when necessary. He may not feel other's emotions in the sense of empathizing deeply, but he is perceptive and shows an understanding of their feelings, which suggests a level of empathetic consideration. However, he does sometimes struggle with expressing his own emotions, which might suggest less emotional empathy than cognitive empathy. Therefore, the statement is moderately accurate.

Agreeableness Sympathize with others' feelings. Moderately Accurate 4

Based on the character information available from 'Friends,' it would be 'moderately accurate' to say that Chandler Bing sympathizes with others' feelings. While Chandler is known for his sarcastic humor and may seem aloof at times, there are many instances throughout the series where he displays empathy and understanding towards his friends' feelings, problems, and challenges. For example, he often provides support to Ross during his various relationship crises. Moreover, his relationship with Monica shows that he is capable of deep emotional understanding and sympathy. However, since his way of displaying sympathy is often masked by humor, it's not 'very accurate' to say he always sympathizes with others' feelings.

Extraversion Keep in the background. Moderately Inaccurate 4

Evaluation: 'Moderately inaccurate'. Explanation: Chandler Bing from the TV show 'Friends' does have moments of reservation and self-titled 'sarcasm'; however, it wouldn't be entirely accurate to say he prefers to keep in the background. Despite his self-deprecating humor and bouts of awkwardness, Chandler often finds himself at the center of much of the group's comical situations. His comedic relief often plays a central role in group dynamics. For these reasons, the statement that Chandler prefers to keep in the background is moderately inaccurate. He is a key character with significant influence in the series.

Extraversion Don't talk a lot. Very Inaccurate 5

I would rate that as 'Very inaccurate'. Chandler Bing, a character from the television show 'Friends', is known for his witty and sarcastic remarks. His talkative nature is often a part of his humor and he tends to use it as a defense mechanism when he is uncomfortable in a situation. Thus, saying Chandler Bing doesn't talk a lot is not accurate considering his character's portrayal throughout the show.

Extraversion Talk to a lot of different people at parties. Moderately Accurate 4

Moderately Accurate. Chandler Bing, one of the main characters in the sitcom Friends, is often seen attending parties and social gatherings with his friends or colleagues. However, it is also highlighted in several episodes that Chandler often uses humor as a defense mechanism and sometimes feels socially awkward. He may not be the most outgoing character in social settings, but he does interact with a variety of people at parties, often using his dry wit and sarcasm in conversations. Thus, saying that Chandler talks to lots of different people at parties would be moderately accurate.

Extraversion Am the life of the party. Moderately Inaccurate 2

'Moderately inaccurate' would be an appropriate evaluation. While Chandler Bing from Friends is known for his sharp wit and humor, he's not generally portrayed as the life of the party. His character is often anxious in social situations and uses humor as a defense mechanism. Rather than being gregarious and full of energy, Chandler often makes self-deprecating jokes and shows a more reserved, sarcastic side. Thus, identifying him as the life of the party would be moderately inaccurate.

* AI-Generated Responses are text output captured from entering an item-related question for this character into a generative AI model such as Chat-GPT, Google Gemini, or Anthropic's Claude. For example, a question for the item "Like order" would be "Does <Character Name> like order?".