Translation guide
Describes performing an action in a quick, nimble, and coordinated way. Japanese uses adverbs, adverbial phrases, or verbs that inherently convey agile movement.
To describe physical movement that is swift, light, and nimble.
Adverbial form of 素早い (swift, nimble). The most common and versatile way to say 'with agility' for physical actions.
The cat moved with agility.
Adverbial form of 敏捷 (agile, nimble). Slightly more formal or literary than 素早く, often used in written descriptions.
Adverbial form of 身軽 (light-footed, nimble). Emphasizes lightness and ease of movement, often used for people or animals.
Literally 'with light, brisk movements'. A natural phrase to describe agile motion, often used in sports or dance contexts.
Adverbial form of すばしこい (nimble, quick, especially in small movements). Colloquial and often used for small animals or children.
The squirrel climbed the tree with agility.
To describe mental agility, such as quick thinking or clever responses.
Adverbial form of 機敏 (quick-witted, sharp). Used for mental alertness and swift reactions.
Do not translate 'with agility' as 「敏捷性を持って」 or similar noun-based phrases. Japanese naturally uses adverbs or adverbial phrases instead.
He ran up the stairs with agility.
The player ran around the court with agility.
She vaulted the box with agility.
The dancer captivated the stage with agility.
He answered the question with agility.
Literally 'with quick mental rotation'. A common phrase meaning 'thinking quickly on one's feet'.
She can handle any situation with agility.
Adverbial phrase meaning 'flexibly adapting to circumstances'. Emphasizes resourceful agility in changing situations.
He solved the problem with agility.