識時務

Simplified: 识时务

shíshíwù ㄕˊ ㄕˊ ㄨˋ

    • to have a clear view of things
    • to adapt to circumstances

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Idiom惯用语 · Widely known

Literally
know the times
Meaning
To understand the situation and act sensibly. Usually approving, sometimes hinting at opportunism.

Words with 識時務

Starting with 識時務

Ending with 識時務

  • 不識時務 bùshíshíwù cannot adapt to current circumstances

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