Meaning
Giving birth is easier than worrying about it. It's often easier to do something than to worry about it.
Cultural Background
Reflects the traditional value of 'shoganai' (it cannot be helped) combined with the need for action. Similar proverbs exist in China, emphasizing the gap between thought and reality.
Use it to motivate
This is a great phrase to use when a friend is stuck in a loop of worry.
Meaning
Giving birth is easier than worrying about it. It's often easier to do something than to worry about it.
Use it to motivate
This is a great phrase to use when a friend is stuck in a loop of worry.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
案ずるより産むが＿＿＿。
The proverb uses '易し' (easy).
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises案ずるより産むが＿＿＿。
The proverb uses '易し' (easy).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsUse it carefully. It's better to say '案ずるより産むが易しという言葉もありますし、まずはやってみましょう' to sound polite.
Related Phrases
下手な考え休むに似たり
similarPoor thinking is like resting.
