能伸能缩 — “To be flexible and adaptable”
能伸能缩 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to be flexible and adaptable”. To be able to adjust to circumstances and know when to advance or retreat. Literally, “Able to stretch and contract”.
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能伸能缩 Pronunciation and Pinyin
能伸能缩 Character Breakdown
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一个优秀的领导者，应该能伸能缩，根据实际情况调整策略，以应对各种挑战。
An excellent leader should be flexible and adaptable, adjusting strategies according to actual circumstances to cope with various challenges.
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What does 能伸能缩 mean?
能伸能缩 (néng shēn néng suō) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to be flexible and adaptable”.
How do you pronounce 能伸能缩?
能伸能缩 is pronounced néng shēn néng suō in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 能伸能缩 literally mean?
Literally, 能伸能缩 means “Able to stretch and contract”. It is used to mean “to be flexible and adaptable”.
What is the Chinese definition of 能伸能缩?
能够伸缩自如