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弹性 (noun)

The ability of a material to return to its original shape after being stretched or compressed. Metaphorically, it refers to the ability to adapt to changes or be flexible.

💬 Example

"这种工作安排具有很大的弹性。"

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a bow (弓) and a bullet (单). When you pull the bow, it has '弹性' (tán xìng) to fire the bullet. The '性' is it...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
灵活性 伸缩性 韧性 余地
⚠️ Common Mistakes

他很弹性。 → 他的性格很有弹性。

这个球很灵活。 → 这个球很有弹性。

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