Japanese meaning of 七転び八起き
Reading:
ななころびやおき (Nana korobi ya oki)
English Translation:
If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again / Fall down seven times, get up eight
Scene & Cultural Context
Cultural Context:
Persistence is highly valued in Japanese culture, and this proverb embodies the spirit of never giving up.
日本文化では「粘り強さ」が重んじられ、このことわざは諦めない精神を象徴しています。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
Uses numerical repetition to emphasize frequency and resilience.
Trap for English Speakers
May be misinterpreted as literal falling and rising, but it's metaphorical.