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N3
じゅうなんな (jūnan na)
柔軟な

flexible; soft; pliable; adaptable; versatile

💡 Nuance & Usage: A な-adjective. It describes both physical flexibility (e.g., 体が柔軟 - a flexible body) and abstract adaptability or open-mindedness (e.g., 柔軟な考え方 - a flexible way of thinking). Often implies the ability to adjust easily to various situations. 物理的な柔らかさだけでなく、考え方や対応のしなやかさも表します。

📝 Example Sentences

彼女は体がとても柔軟です。/新しい状況にも柔軟に対応できる人が求められています。
She is very physically flexible. / People who can adapt flexibly to new situations are sought after.

Practice Quiz

Test your understanding of "柔軟な"!

ヨガを続けると、体がとても_______になります。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 体を柔らかくしなやかにすることを「柔軟にする」と言います。
English: To make one's body soft and pliable is described as '柔軟にする'.
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