Spanish word of the day: Flexibilidad

What does flexibilidad mean?

Flexibilidad (femenine noun) — Fhe quality of being flexible or adaptable. In terms of character traits, it refers to adaptability and the capacity to adjust to changing circumstances.

Example sentences with flexibilidad

• La rutina de estiramientos diaria mejora tu flexibilidad.

  🧘 The daily stretching routine improves your flexibility.

• Mi Grupo concede especial importancia a la flexibilidad en este sector.

  🏆️ My group attaches particular importance to flexibility in this sector.

• La flexibilidad mental es clave para resolver problemas complejos.

  🧠 Mental flexibility is key to solving complex problems.

Flexibilidad in context

You'll commonly hear it in professional settings when discussing work arrangements ("flexibilidad laboral" or workplace flexibility), in negotiations where compromise is needed, or in discussions about personal qualities that help people navigate change. One important nuance is that flexibilidad carries a positive connotation in Spanish culture, where it's seen as a strength rather than indecisiveness.

It differs slightly from "adaptabilidad" in that flexibilidad often implies a more immediate ability to bend without breaking, while adaptabilidad suggests a longer-term evolutionary process. When using flexibilidad, be aware that it can refer to both physical flexibility (as in yoga or sports) and mental/emotional adaptability, so context matters.