柔韧 (róu rèn) — pliable and tough; flexible and resilient

Definition

柔韧 is an adjective-like verb meaning 'pliable and tough' — soft enough to bend without breaking (cloth, bamboo, an athlete's body). Often paired with 有力 to describe physical resilience.

verb

pliable and toughflexible and resilient

Examples

柔韧，。
Zhè zhǒng bù hěn róu rèn, bù róng yì pò.
This kind of cloth is very flexible and tough, not easy to tear.
柔韧。
Yùn dòng yuán de shēn tǐ xū yào jì róu rèn yòu yǒu lì.
Athletes' bodies need to be both flexible and strong.
柔韧，。
Zhè gēn zhú zi hěn róu rèn, wān hěn duō cì yě bú huì duàn.
This bamboo is very flexible and tough; it won't break even after many bends.