Translation guide
Describes something that is elastic, bouncy, or resilient, like a spring. It can refer to physical objects, movements, or even a person's step.
Describe a physical object that returns to its original shape after being pressed or stretched, or that has a lively bounce.
A common and natural phrase meaning 'has elasticity/resilience'. Used for materials like rubber, foam, or springs.
このマットレスは弾力があって寝心地がいい。
This mattress is springy and comfortable to sleep on.
Describe a person's light, energetic, and bouncy way of walking or moving.
A natural phrase meaning 'bouncy gait/step'. Conveys a cheerful, energetic walk.
彼女は弾むような足取りで歩いている。
She is walking with a springy step.
Describe a person's character, attitude, or a system that bounces back quickly from difficulties.
Means 'quick to recover'. Used for people who are resilient and bounce back from setbacks.
彼は失敗しても立ち直りが早い。
He is springy; he recovers quickly even after failure.
Directly translating 'springy' as スプリングのようだ is not wrong, but it sounds unnatural in most contexts. Use 弾力がある or 弾む instead for physical bounciness.
Verb meaning 'to bounce' or 'to be bouncy'. Often used for balls or lively movements.
このボールはよく弾む。
This ball is very springy.
Literally 'like a spring'. More direct but less common than 弾力がある.
この素材はスプリングのような弾力性がある。
This material has a springy elasticity.
Adjective meaning 'light and nimble'. Often used for movements or steps that feel springy and effortless.
彼の軽快なステップが印象的だ。
His springy steps are impressive.
Literally 'having elasticity', can be used metaphorically for flexible thinking or systems.
この組織は弾力性のある対応ができる。
This organization can respond in a springy (flexible) manner.