灵活

Pattern visualization

Examples

1. 他做事很灵活,不死板。▶ —
   He handles things flexibly, not rigidly.
2. 这种方法使用起来很灵活。▶ —
   This method is very flexible to use.

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Mnemonic

灵 líng "nimble/spirit" + 活 huó "alive": lively and adaptable, i.e. flexible, nimble. Contrasts with 死板 (rigid).

Related

Quick check

1. Which is the opposite of being 灵活?

   • 死板 (rigid, inflexible)
   • 聪明 (clever)
   • 勇敢 (brave)
   • 善良 (kind)