Meaning
Achieving goals requires effort and hard work, no easy way around it.
Cultural Background
In Mexico, this is often used by parents to teach children the value of money and effort. In Spain, it is frequently used in professional settings to emphasize that quality takes time.
Pronunciation
Focus on the 'j' sound in 'atajo' and 'trabajo'. It should sound like a soft 'h' in English.
Meaning
Achieving goals requires effort and hard work, no easy way around it.
Pronunciation
Focus on the 'j' sound in 'atajo' and 'trabajo'. It should sound like a soft 'h' in English.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
No hay atajo sin ________.
The proverb is 'No hay atajo sin trabajo'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesNo hay atajo sin ________.
The proverb is 'No hay atajo sin trabajo'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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