Elinor Dashwood: The elder of the two Dashwood sisters, Elinor is known for her level-headedness, prudence, and strong sense of duty. She often suppresses her own emotions to maintain composure and ensure the well-being of her family.
Marianne Dashwood: Elinor's younger sister, Marianne, is passionate, emotional, and expressive. She values love and romance above all else and is prone to dramatic reactions.
Edward Ferrars: Edward is the reserved and introverted love interest of Elinor. He is kind and gentle but also shy and hesitant. His family's financial situation and his complicated relationship with his mother hinder his pursuit of Elinor.
Willoughby: Willoughby is a charming and charismatic man who initially captivates Marianne. However, his true nature is revealed as he selfishly abandons Marianne after professing his love for her.
Colonel Brandon: A middle-aged man with a kind and gentle demeanor, Colonel Brandon becomes a close friend and confidante to both Elinor and Marianne. He harbors secret feelings for Marianne and eventually proves his worthiness as a potential love interest.
Lucy Steele: Lucy is a scheming and manipulative woman who is engaged to Edward Ferrars. She tries to keep their engagement a secret from the Dashwood sisters, fearing that their wealthy relatives will disapprove.
John Dashwood: The wealthy elder half-brother of Elinor and Marianne, John is more concerned with his own comfort and social status than with the well-being of his sisters. His wife, Fanny, shares his selfish nature and treats the Dashwood sisters poorly.
Henry Dashwood: The younger half-brother of Elinor and Marianne, Henry is a kind and well-meaning but impulsive and irresponsible young man. He becomes involved in a reckless lifestyle that leads to financial problems.