俐 (lì) - Clever, sharp-witted, smart & used primarily in the word 伶俐 (línglì), meaning

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lì ｜ 9 strokes ｜ radical: 亻

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Clever, sharp-witted, smart;

used primarily in the word 伶俐 (línglì), meaning clever, intelligent, or nimble.

Clever, sharp-witted, smartused primarily in the word 伶俐 (línglì), meaning

Usage highlights

Clever and nimbleQuickSmart and capableClever childSharp and articulate

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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The child is very clever (这孩子很伶俐).
  • She gave a smart answer (她的回答很伶俐).
  • He is quick-witted and articulate (他口齿伶俐).

Collocations

  • Clever and nimble(伶俐)
  • Quick-witted(口齿伶俐)
  • Smart and capable(聪明伶俐)
  • Clever child(伶俐的孩子)
  • Sharp and articulate(伶牙俐齿)

Idioms

  • Clever and articulate(伶牙俐齿)
  • Smart and capable(聪明伶俐)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in the compound 伶俐, which originally described performers' wit and agility in traditional Chinese opera.
  • Carries positive connotations of intelligence and quick thinking, especially in children.
  • The character combines the person radical (亻) with 利 (benefit, sharp), suggesting a person who is sharp-minded.

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