Definition
活蹦乱跳 is a four-character idiom (chengyu) that vividly describes someone or something being full of energy and vitality, often jumping about playfully. Literally 'alive, hopping, wildly jumping', it's used for children, pets, or even fish that are lively and active. It carries a positive, cheerful tone.
f.e.
alive and kickingfull of vitality and energy(of children or animals) lively and activejumping and hopping about
Examples
- 活蹦乱跳，。Nàge xiǎopéngyou zài cāochǎng shàng huó bèng luàn tiào, wán de hěn kāixīn.That little kid is running and jumping around the playground, having a great time.
- 活蹦乱跳，。Zhè tiáo xiǎo yú zài yúgāng lǐ huó bèng luàn tiào, kàn qǐlai tèbié jiànkāng.This little fish is swimming energetically in the tank, looking very healthy.
- ，活蹦乱跳，。Suīrán tā yǐjīng qīshí suì le, dàn měitiān dōu huó bèng luàn tiào de, xiàng gè niánqīngrén.Although he is already seventy years old, he is still full of energy every day, like a young person.
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