矮小精悍

ǎixiǎo-jīnghàn
idiom

Meanings

  1. 1 short in stature but tough and capable
  2. 2 small but fierce
  3. 3 a pint-sized powerhouse

Examples

HSK 7-9
Tā suīrán ǎixiǎo-jīnghàn, dàn qiújì chūzhòng.
Though small and wiry, he has outstanding ball-handling skills.
HSK 7-9
Zhè wèi jiāngjūn ǎixiǎo-jīnghàn, zuòzhàn yǒngměng.
This general was small but fierce, brave in combat.

Tips

usage
Always positive - describes someone whose physical smallness is offset by capability, tenacity, or sharpness. Often applied to athletes, soldiers, or commanders. Don't use it for someone you mean to belittle.

Stroke Order

ǎi
xiǎo
jīng
hàn