flink
Translation
nimble, quick, agile, swift
Examples
Das Eichhörnchen ist sehr flink.
The squirrel is very nimble.
Mit flinken Fingern tippte sie.
She typed with nimble fingers.
Er hat eine flinke Auffassungsgabe.
He has a quick grasp of things.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) + flink to be nimble The cat is nimble.
((adjective)) + ((noun)) a nimble (noun) He has nimble legs.
Similar Words
Synonyms: schnell, behende, agil; Antonyms: langsam, träge
Etymology
Origin uncertain, but related to words meaning 'to shine' or 'glitter', implying quick, flashing movements.
Memory Tips
It sounds a bit like 'flick'. Imagine 'flicking' your wrist quickly – a nimble, 'flink' action.