通权达变 meaning in English
be capable of versatility; act as the occasion requires; adaptable to changing circumstances; adapt oneself to circumstances; do as necessity demands; follow a flexible course of action; not bound by old rules
Examples
- Wise men change their minds ; fools never do
谚智者通权达变，愚者刚愎自用。 - A wise man changes his mind , a fool never will
智者通权达变，愚者坚持己见。