flexibility
gb/flˌɛksəbˈɪləti/ us/flˌɛksəbˈɪləti/
A2
English
~ 5200
rugalmasság, alkalmazkodóképesség, hajlékonyság, mozgástér
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
[someone]/[something] has flexibility to [do something]
This job offers a lot of flexibility in terms of working hours.
Ez az állás nagy rugalmasságot biztosít a munkaidő tekintetében.
We need more flexibility in our budget to handle unexpected costs.
Nagyobb rugalmasságra van szükségünk a költségvetésünkben, hogy kezelni tudjuk a váratlan kiadásokat.
Her flexibility made it easy for the team to change the project plan at the last minute.
The new policy gives managers greater flexibility to reward high performers.
Online courses provide flexibility for students who also work full-time.
Learner examples
This company gives workers flexibility to start early or late.
Ez a vállalat rugalmasságot biztosít a dolgozóknak abban, hogy korábban vagy később kezdjék a munkát.
I like the flexibility of working from home two days a week.
Szeretem azt a rugalmasságot, hogy heti két napot otthonról dolgozhatok.
We need some flexibility in our plan in case something goes wrong.
The ticket has flexibility, so you can change the date.
He has no flexibility and refuses to change his idea.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say *"much flexibilities"* instead of *"a lot of flexibility"*, because *flexibility* is an uncountable noun. Another mistake is using the adjective form where the noun is needed, e.g. *"This job has flexible"* instead of *"This job has flexibility"* or *"This job is flexible"*.
Meaning
ability to adapt or change
Collocations
give you flexibility
|greater flexibility
|flexibility in scheduling
|flexibility in decision-making
|a degree of flexibility
|offer more flexibility
Synonyms
adaptability (Stresses how easily someone or something can adjust to new conditions.)
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versatility (Suggests being able to do many different things or play many roles, not only to change plans.)
Antonyms
rigidity (Suggests an unwillingness or inability to change plans or behavior.)
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inflexibility (Direct opposite, emphasizing that change or adjustment is not allowed or not possible.)
Themes
work
|business
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The ability to change your plans or way of doing things when something is different or new.
The quality of being able to change plans, decisions, or behavior easily when situations or needs change.
NOUN
A2
2
hajlékonyság
B2
rugalmasság
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone]/[something] has/improves [body part] flexibility
Regular stretching can greatly improve your flexibility.
A rendszeres nyújtás nagyban javíthatja a hajlékonyságodat.
Yoga helps maintain flexibility in your back and hips.
A jóga segít megőrizni a hátad és a csípőd hajlékonyságát.
With age, people often lose flexibility in their joints.
The material was chosen for its flexibility and strength.
Dancers need both strength and flexibility to perform safely.
Learner examples
She does yoga to increase her flexibility.
Jógázik, hogy növelje a hajlékonyságát.
My legs have very little flexibility after the accident.
A baleset után a lábaim hajlékonysága nagyon korlátozott.
These exercises help children develop good flexibility.
The plastic has enough flexibility to bend without breaking.
Good flexibility in your shoulders can prevent pain.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse *flexibility* with *fitness*. *Fitness* is a general condition of health and strength, while *flexibility* is only about how easily you can bend or move your body or a material.
Meaning
physical ability to bend easily
Collocations
improve flexibility
|increase flexibility
|flexibility exercises
|joint flexibility
|muscle flexibility
|loss of flexibility
Synonyms
suppleness (Often used in fitness or dance, suggests smooth, graceful ease of movement.)
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pliability (Can refer to bodies or materials; slightly more technical or formal.)
Antonyms
stiffness (Describes difficulty in bending or moving the body or a part of it.)
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rigidity (Emphasizes being hard and not bending at all, often for materials.)
Themes
health
|sports
|science
|body
Definition
The ability of your body or something else to bend or move easily without hurting or breaking.
The physical quality of a body, joint, or object that allows it to bend, stretch, or move easily without breaking or causing pain.
NOUN
B2
3
rugalmasság
B2
mozgástér
B2
Usage pattern:
[something] provides/allows flexibility for [something]
The loan offers flexibility in repayment options.
A hitel rugalmas törlesztési lehetőségeket kínál.
These tickets give you flexibility to travel on any day within a month.
Ezek a jegyek rugalmasságot biztosítanak: egy hónapon belül bármelyik napon utazhatsz velük.
We need some flexibility in the contract to respond to market changes.
A strong cash position gives the company flexibility during a crisis.
The system is designed with enough flexibility to add new features later.
Learner examples
This phone plan gives you flexibility to use more data some months.
Ez a telefoncsomag rugalmasságot ad, mert egyes hónapokban több adatot használhatsz.
The hotel booking has flexibility, so you can change the dates.
A szállodai foglalás rugalmas, így módosíthatod a dátumokat.
Our budget has no flexibility this year.
The new rules leave little flexibility for teachers.
Savings give families flexibility when something bad happens.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use *choice* instead of *flexibility* in phrases like *"The job has choice"*, which is unnatural. Say *"The job offers flexibility"* or *"The job gives you many choices"*.
Meaning
freedom or room for choice
Collocations
financial flexibility
|built-in flexibility
|allow for flexibility
|flexibility in repayment
|flexibility in terms of price
|flexibility in the contract
Synonyms
freedom (General word; here it means not being tightly controlled by rules or limits.)
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leeway (Informal; suggests having extra space or time to make changes or small mistakes.)
Antonyms
restriction (Emphasizes limits that reduce or remove choice.)
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tightness (In contexts like budgets or schedules, means there is little or no extra room to change things.)
Themes
business
|finance
|work
|law
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The freedom to choose different options or times inside a plan, system, or agreement.
The state of having freedom to choose between different options, times, or ways of doing something within a system, arrangement, or agreement.
Grammar
Dictionary form
flexibility
IPA
GB/flˌɛksəbˈɪləti/
US/flˌɛksəbˈɪləti/
Syllables & stress
flex - ib - il - ity (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (il)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: flexibility
- Plural: flexibilities, flexibility
Word family
Expressions
allow for flexibility
1/əlˈaʊ fɚ flˌɛksəbˈɪləti/
fixed phrase
plan so changes are possible
To make a plan, rule, or system so that people can change it later if they need to.
Examples
- We should allow for flexibility in the timeline in case of delays.
- The contract does not allow for flexibility if our needs change.
- Good project managers always allow for flexibility in their plans.
built-in flexibility
1/bˈɪlt ˈɪn flˌɛksəbˈɪləti/
fixed phrase
flexibility designed into something
Flexibility that is planned from the beginning, so a system, product, or plan can change easily later.
Examples
- The software has built-in flexibility, so you can add new modules as your business grows.
- We need built-in flexibility in the schedule to deal with delays.
- The design includes built-in flexibility to meet future safety standards.
flexibility at work
1/flˌɛksəbˈɪləti ˈæt wˈɚk/
fixed phrase
freedom in working conditions
Having some choice about when, where, or how you work, such as flexible hours or working from home.
Examples
- Many employees now expect flexibility at work, including the option to work from home.
- Flexibility at work helps parents manage childcare and their careers.
- The company improved flexibility at work by introducing flexible start and finish times.