flexibly
gb/flˈɛksəbli/ us/flˈɛksəbli/
B2
Anglais
rugalmasan, hajlékonyan
B2
1
rugalmasan
B2
Schéma d’usage :
[do something] flexibly
The team needs to respond flexibly to changes in customer demand.
A csapatnak rugalmasan kell reagálnia a vevői kereslet változásaira.
Our policy is written broadly so it can be applied flexibly in unusual cases.
Irányelvünket szándékosan tágan fogalmaztuk meg, hogy szokatlan esetekben is rugalmasan lehessen alkalmazni.
She approached the problem flexibly and tried several solutions.
Exemples pédagogiques
We must work flexibly when plans change.
Rugalmasan kell dolgoznunk, ha változnak a tervek.
Try to think flexibly.
Próbálj rugalmasan gondolkodni.
Erreur fréquente :
Learners sometimes use *flexible* (adjective) where *flexibly* (adverb) is needed: “handle it flexible” → “handle it flexibly.”
Sens
in an adaptable, changeable way
Collocations
respond flexibly
|adapt flexibly
|adjust flexibly
|plan flexibly
|manage flexibly
|handle flexibly
|interpret flexibly
|apply flexibly
|use flexibly
|design flexibly
Synonymes
adaptably (Directly emphasizes changing to fit conditions.)
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responsively (Highlights reacting quickly to what happens.)
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open-mindedly (Focuses on willingness to consider alternatives.)
Antonymes
rigidly (Without allowing change or variation.)
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inflexibly (Not willing or able to adapt.)
Thèmes
communication
|problem_solving
|work
Définition
in a way that can change easily when needed
In a way that can change easily to suit new conditions or different needs; not rigidly.
B2
BUSINESS
2
rugalmasan
B2
Schéma d’usage :
[someone] work(s) flexibly
Parents can work flexibly, as long as they attend the weekly meeting.
A szülők rugalmasan dolgozhatnak, feltéve, hogy részt vesznek a heti megbeszélésen.
During exam season, she studies flexibly and takes breaks when she needs to.
A vizsgaidőszakban rugalmasan tanul, és akkor tart szünetet, amikor szüksége van rá.
The company lets employees work flexibly two days a week.
Exemples pédagogiques
I work flexibly on Fridays.
Pénteken rugalmasan dolgozom.
My hours are flexibly arranged.
A munkaidőm rugalmasan van beosztva.
Erreur fréquente :
Don’t confuse with *remotely*: working flexibly may include remote work, but it mainly refers to flexible hours/arrangements.
Sens
with flexible time arrangements
Collocations
work flexibly
|arrange flexibly
|schedule flexibly
|study flexibly
|operate flexibly
|be able to work flexibly
|allow staff to work flexibly
|work flexibly from home
|flexibly arranged hours
|flexibly scheduled shifts
Synonymes
on a flexible schedule (A common rephrasing that makes the schedule explicit.)
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with flexible hours (Focuses specifically on working time.)
Antonymes
to a fixed schedule (Hours and times are set and do not vary.)
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on set hours (Emphasizes predetermined working hours.)
Thèmes
work
|education
|daily_life
Définition
with hours that can change; not fixed
In a way that allows working or doing something at different times (and sometimes in different places), rather than at fixed hours.
C1
3
hajlékonyan
B2
rugalmasan
B2
Schéma d’usage :
[something] bend(s)/move(s) flexibly
The cable is designed to bend flexibly without cracking.
A kábelt úgy tervezték, hogy repedés nélkül rugalmasan hajoljon.
Dancers train so they can move flexibly through each position.
A táncosok azért edzenek, hogy az egyes pozíciók között hajlékonyan tudjanak mozogni.
The hinge allows the panel to rotate flexibly as the frame expands.
Exemples pédagogiques
This plastic bends flexibly.
Ez a műanyag rugalmasan hajlik.
He can move flexibly after training.
Edzés után hajlékonyan tud mozogni.
Erreur fréquente :
For physical movement, *flexibly* describes how something bends; *flexibly* is not the same as *carefully* or *gently*.
Sens
in a way that bends easily
Collocations
bend flexibly
|move flexibly
|flexibly jointed
|flexibly mounted
|flexibly connected
|flexibly supported
|flexibly attached
|flexibly bending
|flexibly linked
|flexibly positioned
Synonymes
supplely (Often used for bodies and movement; more literary.)
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pliantly (Emphasizes easy bending; can sound formal.)
Antonymes
stiffly (With difficulty bending or moving.)
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rigidly (Not bending; fixed in position.)
Thèmes
body
|sports
|engineering
Définition
in a way that can bend easily
In a way that bends or moves easily without breaking or feeling stiff.
Grammaire
Forme canonique
flexibly
API
GB/flˈɛksəbli/
US/flˈɛksəbli/
Syllabes et accentuation
flex - ibly (2 syllabes)
Stress on 1st syllable (flex)
Formes du mot
Noun
- Base: flexibly
- Plural: flexiblies
Famille de mots
Forms
flexiblies
noun
Core family
flexible
adjective A2
flexibility
noun B1
Related words
flex
verb B2
Negative and opposite forms
inflexible
adjective
inflexibly
adverb
inflexibility
noun
Expressions
flexibly priced
1/flˈɛksəbli pɹˈaɪst/
fixed phrase
business
priced with variable rates
priced so the cost can change
Exemples
- The software is flexibly priced for small teams and large companies.
- They offer a flexibly priced subscription based on usage.
- The venue has flexibly priced packages for different budgets.
Exemples pédagogiques
- The plan is flexibly priced.
flexibly scheduled
1/flˈɛksəbli skˈɛd͡ʒuld/
fixed phrase
business
scheduled with adjustable times
planned so the times can change
Exemples
- The role offers flexibly scheduled shifts for students.
- We provide flexibly scheduled appointments, including evenings.
- She prefers flexibly scheduled work because of childcare.
Exemples pédagogiques
- I need a flexibly scheduled job.
respond flexibly
1/ɹɪspˈɑnd flˈɛksəbli/
fixed phrase
adapt response to changes
to change your response when needed
Exemples
- Customer support should respond flexibly to unusual requests.
- Small businesses often respond flexibly to sudden supply problems.
- Teachers may need to respond flexibly when technology fails.
Exemples pédagogiques
- We must respond flexibly to changes.
work flexibly
1/wˈɚk flˈɛksəbli/
fixed phrase
business
work with flexible arrangements
to work with hours that can change
Exemples
- After returning from leave, she asked to work flexibly for three months.
- Many roles can be done flexibly if the team communicates well.
- He works flexibly from home on Wednesdays.
Exemples pédagogiques
- I want to work flexibly.
- She works flexibly on Mondays.