flexible
гибкий
able to adapt
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flexible with Russian translation
flexible usage examples
He's flexible when plans change and usually tries new tasks without worry.
Her flexible approach makes it easy for the team to suggest different ideas.
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flexible belongs to the topic "Personality Traits". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
flexible synonyms
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She's highly adaptable and quickly learns new systems.
Usually physical (easily bent); figuratively suggests someone easily influenced
The leather is pliable and easy to work with.
The staff were very accommodating when we changed our reservation.
Refers to body or material that moves easily and smoothly; often physical
Her dance training made her very supple.
Often physical (stretchy) or technical (economics); figuratively means stretchable limits
The elastic band stretches without breaking.
Describes a tolerant or permissive attitude, especially regarding rules or punishment
The teacher was lenient with late homework.
Highlights ability to perform many different tasks or have many uses
A versatile actor can play many types of roles.
Technical for metals (can be shaped); figuratively, easily influenced or changed
Gold is a malleable metal that can be hammered into thin sheets.
Emphasizes ability to recover quickly from difficulties or to bounce back physically
Children can be very resilient after stressful events.
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How is flexible different from related words?
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.

В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.

В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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flexible meaning: what does it mean?
able to adapt
flexible pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
flexible is pronounced as /ˈflɛksɪb(ə)l/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
flexible definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
He's flexible when plans change and usually tries new tasks without worry. Translation: Он гибкий, когда планы меняются, и обычно берётся за новые задачи без тревоги.
Is flexible part of Personality Traits vocabulary?
Yes, flexible (гибкий) can be learned in the Personality Traits topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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