Souplesse (en. Flexibility)

/su.plɛs/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

The quality of a person or thing that is flexible and adaptable.

The flexibility of this material makes it ideal for various applications.

La souplesse de ce matériau le rend idéal pour des applications variées.

Ability to adapt to different situations or circumstances.

His mental flexibility allows him to manage complex situations.

Sa souplesse d'esprit lui permet de gérer des situations complexes.

Physical flexibility, especially in the context of sports.

Gymnasts must have great flexibility to perform their routines.

Les gymnastes doivent avoir une grande souplesse pour réaliser leurs performances.

From the Latin 'supplex', which means 'bent in supplication' and by extension 'flexible'.

to have flexibility

To be flexible, capable of adapting.

avoir de la souplesse

mental flexibility

Ability to change opinions or accept other ideas.

souplesse d'esprit

physical flexibility

Ability to move one's body with ease and flexibility.

souplesse corporelle

flexible

Which can be bent or deformed without breaking.

souple

pliable

Capable of bending easily without breaking.

flexible

elastic

Which has the ability to return to its original shape after deformation.

élastique

Easiness to accept others

She really has flexibility with her friends, always ready to change plans.

Elle a vraiment de la souplesse avec ses amis, toujours prête à changer de plan.

Ability to bend to demands

Her boss appreciates her flexibility at work; he can always count on her.

Son boss apprécie sa souplesse dans le travail, il peut toujours compter sur elle.