臨機応変
Meanings
Noun
Na-adjective
No-adjective
1. adapting oneself to the requirements of the moment; playing by ear; ad hoc approach (Yojijukugo)
Kanji used
Pitch accent
りんきおうへん
Examples4
何か 実際に 起これば、 私 は 臨機応変 に やる だけ だ。
If something does happen, I'll just play it by ear.
まさに 臨機応変 の 対応。 見事 と いう べき だ ね。
He handled things wonderfully, playing it by ear the whole way. I have to say he did an excellent job.
彼 は 臨機応変 の 処置 を 取った。
He took the proper steps to meet the situation.
面接 で は 君 は 臨機応変 に 答え なくてはならない でしょう。
You'll have to play it by ear at the interview.