Meaning and Usage
The adjective 灵巧 (língqiǎo) describes someone or something that is skillful, dexterous, and clever, often emphasizing nimbleness and fine motor skills. It is commonly used to praise manual dexterity or ingenious designs.
Common Collocations
- 灵巧的手 (skillful hands): used to describe someone with excellent manual skills.
- 灵巧的设计 (ingenious design): refers to clever and efficient design solutions.
- 灵巧地避开 (cleverly avoid): describes skillful evasion or maneuvering.
Usage Notes
灵巧 often implies both mental cleverness and physical dexterity. It is more positive and specific than general words like 聪明 (intelligent). Avoid confusing 灵巧 with 灵活, which emphasizes flexibility rather than skillfulness.
Register and Tone
This word is neutral and suitable for both spoken and written Chinese, often used in everyday conversation and formal descriptions alike.