flexible

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BrE /ˈfleksɪbəl/ AmE /ˈflek.sə.bəl/

adjective en → es

1 ADAPTIVE [attributive, predicative] B1

able to change or be changed easily

flexible, adaptable

  • be flexible about something

Collocations flexible working hours · a flexible attitude

  • She is very flexible about her work schedule.

    Ella es muy flexible con su horario de trabajo.

2 PHYSICAL [attributive, predicative] B1

able to bend easily without breaking

elástico, maleable

  • be flexible enough for something

Collocations flexible plastic · a flexible hose

  • The material is very flexible and easy to shape.

    El material es muy elástico y fácil de moldear.

3 NEGOTIABLE [attributive] B2

able to be changed or agreed by discussion

negociable, susceptible a cambios

  • be flexible on something

Collocations flexible terms of employment · a flexible price range

  • The company offers a flexible salary package.

    La empresa ofrece un paquete salarial flexible.