bouncy
word
Definition
Describes something that quickly springs back after being pressed or moved, like a ball, or someone/thing that moves energetically.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for toys, balls, and surfaces. Can also describe energetic, lively people or animals. Most common in informal, descriptive English. The related noun is 'bounce'.
Spanish: elástico - que rebotaPortuguese (BR): saltitante - elásticoPortuguese (PT): saltitante - elásticoChinese (Simplified): 有弹性的 - 能反弹的Chinese (Traditional): 有彈性的 - 能反彈的Hindi: उछलता हुआ - झूमता हुआArabic: مرن - نابضBengali: লাফানো -弹性পূর্ণRussian: прыгучий - упругийJapanese: 弾む - 弾力のあるVietnamese: đàn hồi - nảyKorean: 통통 튀는 - 탄력 있는Turkish: zıplayan - esnekUrdu: لچکدار - اچھلنے والاIndonesian: lentur - memantul
Example Sentences
The bouncy ball jumped across the room.
basic
She wore bouncy shoes for the race.
basic
The trampoline is very bouncy.
basic
My puppy is so bouncy in the mornings, he never stops moving!
natural
These new tires make the car feel really bouncy on the road.
natural
Her hair looks extra bouncy after that shampoo.
natural