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灵敏
língmǐn
Description
"灵敏"的意思是反应很快，或者感觉很准。
"灵敏" means reacting quickly or having a keen sense.
我们常用它来说狗的鼻子、机器或者一个人的头脑。
We often use it to describe a dog's nose, a machine, or a person's mind.
Meanings
灵敏língmǐn
sensitive; quick in reaction or perception
狗的鼻子很灵敏。
A dog's nose is very sensitive.
灵敏língmǐn
agile; sharp (mind or movement)
他反应很灵敏。
He reacts very quickly.
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Notes
- Etymology
灵 means quick/clever and 敏 means sharp/nimble; together they mean sensitive and responsive.
- Nuance
灵敏 stresses fast, accurate reaction; 敏感 often stresses being easily affected emotionally or physically.
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