Bedeutung
Action is needed to achieve a goal.
Kultureller Hintergrund
This phrase is often associated with the 'intelligentsia'—the educated class who used such maxims to encourage each other during times of social stagnation. The concept of the 'walker' (strannik) is deep in Russian religious history, representing a spiritual journey that requires constant movement and faith. In the modern Russian tech world, this phrase is used as a 'no-nonsense' motivational slogan, similar to 'Just Do It.' The phrase is frequently used in Russian literature to summarize a character's growth after a long period of hardship.
Use it for yourself
This is a great 'internal' mantra. When you feel tired of Russian cases, say it out loud to reset your focus.
Don't over-explain
The phrase is so famous that you don't need to explain what it means. Just say it and nod wisely.
Bedeutung
Action is needed to achieve a goal.
Use it for yourself
This is a great 'internal' mantra. When you feel tired of Russian cases, say it out loud to reset your focus.
Don't over-explain
The phrase is so famous that you don't need to explain what it means. Just say it and nod wisely.
Perfect for Writing
Use this as a concluding sentence in an essay about goals or personal growth to get extra points for cultural awareness.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the proverb with the correct form of the verb 'осилить'.
Дорогу _______ идущий.
The proverb uses the future perfective third-person singular form 'осилит'.
Which case is the word 'Дорогу' in this phrase?
Дорогу осилит идущий.
It is the direct object of the verb 'осилит'.
In which situation is this proverb most appropriate?
Your friend is crying because they failed a small quiz.
The proverb is specifically for long-term persistence.
Complete the dialogue.
— Я никогда не выучу все эти слова! — Не говори так. ________.
This is the standard motivational response to someone struggling with a task.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenДорогу _______ идущий.
The proverb uses the future perfective third-person singular form 'осилит'.
Дорогу осилит идущий.
It is the direct object of the verb 'осилит'.
Your friend is crying because they failed a small quiz.
The proverb is specifically for long-term persistence.
— Я никогда не выучу все эти слова! — Не говори так. ________.
This is the standard motivational response to someone struggling with a task.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenNot at all! While it is an old proverb, it is very much alive in modern Russian business, sports, and education.
Yes, it is formal and respectful enough for a professional setting.
It means to have enough strength or capacity to finish something difficult. It's stronger than just 'to finish.'
Sometimes people just say 'Дорогу осилит идущий...' and trail off, as everyone knows the ending.
Only if you are being funny. It's usually reserved for significant efforts.
In this proverb, it is always 'дорогу' (Accusative).
It's anyone who is taking action toward a goal. It's a metaphor for the active person.
It has spiritual overtones but is used in a completely secular way today.
Similar, but 'Step by step' is about the method, while this phrase is about the necessity of the journey.
Yes, it's a common way to encourage a friend via WhatsApp or Telegram.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Глаза боятся, а руки делают
similarThe eyes are afraid, but the hands are doing.
Под лежачий камень вода не течёт
similarWater doesn't flow under a lying stone.
Терпение и труд всё перетрут
similarPatience and labor will grind everything down.
Тише едешь — дальше будешь
contrastThe slower you go, the further you'll get.
