Meaning of the word "a wise man changes his mind, a fool never will" in English
What does "a wise man changes his mind, a fool never will" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a wise man changes his mind, a fool never will
US /ə waɪz mæn ˈtʃeɪndʒɪz hɪz maɪnd, ə fuːl ˈnɛvər wɪl/
UK /ə waɪz mæn ˈtʃeɪndʒɪz hɪz maɪnd, ə fuːl ˈnɛvə wɪl/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that intelligent people are willing to reconsider their opinions when presented with new evidence, whereas stubborn or ignorant people refuse to do so
Example:
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I used to be against the proposal, but a wise man changes his mind, a fool never will.
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Don't be afraid to admit you were wrong; remember, a wise man changes his mind, a fool never will.