Definition
足智多谋 is a formal four-character idiom meaning 'resourceful, full of stratagems' — it describes someone who is both wise and good at devising clever plans, often in strategic or complex situations. Unlike 机智 (quick-witted in the moment) or 急中生智 (reacting resourcefully under pressure), 足智多谋 emphasizes deep, sustained cleverness and strategic thinking. It is more complimentary and formal than the colloquial 鬼 (sly, crafty).
phrase
resourcefulfull of stratagems
Examples
- 足智多谋，。Zhè wèi jiāngjūn zú zhì duō móu, měi cì zhàndòu dōu néng chū qí zhì shèng.This general is resourceful and can win each battle with surprise tactics.
- ，足智多谋。Zài fùzá de tánpàn zhōng, zú zhì duō móu de yì fāng gèng róngyì dáchéng yǒulì xiéyì.In complex negotiations, the resourceful side finds it easier to reach a favorable agreement.
- 足智多谋，。Tā zú zhì duō móu, zhǐ yòng sān tiān jiù cèhuà chū le wánměi de jiùyuán fāng'àn.He is full of stratagems and devised the perfect rescue plan in just three days.
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