伶俐

línglì
adjective #22,013

Meanings

  1. 1 clever
  2. 2 quick-witted
  3. 3 bright
  4. 4 nimble-minded

Examples

HSK 4
Zhè háizi línglì kě'ài, shēnshòu lǎoshī xǐ'ài.
This child is clever and lovable, very much liked by teachers.
HSK 7-9
Tā kǒuchǐ línglì, zǒng néng kuàisù huíyìng biérén de wèntí.
She has a quick tongue and can always respond to others' questions rapidly.

Tips

usage
伶俐 often collocates with 口齿 to form 口齿伶俐 (sharp-tongued / articulate and quick). It describes both mental quickness and verbal agility. It is a positive word - lighter and more charming than 聪明, often applied to children or lively personalities.

Stroke Order

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