不怕慢, 就怕站
phrase cultural phrases
LanguageChinese (China)
Meaning- Don’t be afraid of going slow, just be afraid of standing still
- This proverb is used to encourage someone to persist in their efforts by emphasizing that consistent progress, even if slow, is superior to inactivity.
虽然我学中文学得很慢，但是我相信不怕慢, 就怕站。
Although I am learning Chinese slowly, I believe that one should not be afraid of going slow, just be afraid of standing still.
你一定要坚持练习写作，不怕慢, 就怕站。
You must persist in practicing writing; don't be afraid of going slow, just be afraid of standing still.
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Usage notePeople often use this to comfort or motivate those who feel discouraged by their slow pace in learning or working.
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