Japanese meaning of 継続は力なり
Reading:
けいぞくはちからなり (Keizoku wa chikara nari)
English Translation:
Practice makes perfect / Perseverance is power
Meaning & Cultural Context
Meaning:
Consistent effort over time builds true strength and ability. This proverb teaches that talent alone is not enough—it's perseverance and daily discipline that create lasting results and personal growth.
Cultural Context:
Japanese culture strongly values discipline, regularity, and persistence.
続けることこそが本当の力になる、という教えです。才能や運だけでなく、日々の努力の積み重ねが成果や成長につながることを説いています。
日本文化では規律正しい継続が非常に重んじられています。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
Uses old-style copula "なり" to emphasize a timeless truth.
Trap for English Speakers
It’s more than just practice; it’s about consistent long-term effort.
Example
Basic Example
毎日5分の読書でも、継続は力なりだと実感する。
Even five minutes of reading daily can make a big difference — perseverance is power.
Applied Example
小さな筋トレを欠かさなかった彼は、夏の大会で体格が別人のようになっていた。継続は力なり。
The one who never skipped small workouts looked like a different person at the summer tournament — perseverance is power.