言不诡随 — “To speak without deceit or cunning”
言不诡随 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to speak without deceit or cunning”. To be straightforward and consistent in one's words, not opportunistically changing one's stance. Literally, “Words not deceitful or opportunistic”.
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Open the tool →Questions about 言不诡随
What does 言不诡随 mean?
言不诡随 (yán bù guǐ suí) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to speak without deceit or cunning”.
How do you pronounce 言不诡随?
言不诡随 is pronounced yán bù guǐ suí in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 言不诡随 literally mean?
Literally, 言不诡随 means “Words not deceitful or opportunistic”. It is used to mean “to speak without deceit or cunning”.
What is the Chinese definition of 言不诡随?
诡随：随机应变。说话不谲诈善变