Definition
权宜之计 is a four-character idiom (成语) meaning an expedient measure or stopgap solution — something you do to solve an immediate problem, even though it's not a long-term fix. The literal components are 权宜 (makeshift/temporary) and 计 (plan/strategy). Unlike many idioms, this one can be used in both neutral and slightly critical tones (implying the solution is imperfect or short-sighted). It's common in business, politics, and everyday situations where a quick fix is needed but a permanent solution is still missing.
n.
expedient measurestopgap solutionmakeshift arrangement
Examples
- 权宜之计，。Zhè zhǐ shì yí gè quán yí zhī jì, bú shì chángjiǔ zhī jì.This is just a stopgap measure, not a long-term solution.
- 权宜之计。Gōngsī yòng cáiyuán zuòwéi quán yí zhī jì lái yìngduì cáiwù wēijī.The company used layoffs as a stopgap measure to deal with the financial crisis.
- 权宜之计。Zhèngfǔ tuīxíng le zhè xiàng quán yí zhī jì yǐ huǎnjiě jiāotōng yālì.The government implemented this expedient measure to relieve traffic pressure.
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