lanh lẹ
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Agile; Nimble: Describes a person or animal that moves quickly and easily with light, precise movements.
- Alert; Sharp; Quick-witted: Describes a mind that is perceptive, thinks rapidly, and reacts promptly to situations.
- Brisk; Prompt: Describes an action performed without delay, in a speedy and efficient manner.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Đứa bé đó rất lanh lẹ. (That child is very agile.)
- Cô ấy có phản ứng lanh lẹ. (She has a prompt reaction.)
- Anh ấy nổi tiếng với trí óc lanh lẹ. (He is famous for his sharp mind.)
Advanced Usage
- Used to describe both physical dexterity and mental acuity. It often carries a positive connotation of competence and efficiency.
- Can describe the nature of an action itself.
- Hãy hoàn thành công việc một cách lanh lẹ. (Complete the work in a brisk manner.)
Variants and Related Words
- Nhanh nhẹn (adj): A very close synonym, meaning quick and agile.
- Linh hoạt (adj): Flexible, adaptable; often used for mental agility or adaptable methods.
- Minh mẫn (adj): Clear-minded, lucid; typically used for mental sharpness, especially in older age.
Synonyms
- Agile: Able to move quickly and easily.
- Nimble: Quick and light in movement or action; agile.
- Alert: Quick to notice and respond to things; vigilant.
- Sharp: Having or showing a quick intelligence.
- Brisk: Active, fast, and energetic.
Related Idioms
- Lanh lẹ như con sóc: As agile as a squirrel. Used to emphasize great physical nimbleness.
- Cậu bé leo cây lanh lẹ như con sóc. (The boy climbs trees as agile as a squirrel.)
- Tay chân lanh lẹ: Nimble-handed and quick-footed. Describes someone who is deft and efficient with their hands and movements.
- Người thợ sửa xe tay chân rất lanh lẹ. (The mechanic is very nimble-handed.)
adj
- smart; quiet; alert
- trí lanh lẹalert mind