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Übung führt zum Erfolg

/ˈyːbʊŋ fyːɐ̯t t͡suːm ɛɐ̯ˈfɔlk/◆proverb
practice leads to success

Durch ständige Übung führt zum Erfolg im Sport.

Constant practice leads to success in sports.


◆ What It Really Means
The idea that persistent effort and practice are necessary to achieve success, especially in learning or skill acquisition.
¶ Literal Meaning
Practice leads to success.
Literal Breakdown
Übungpractice+führtleads+zum Erfolgto success
◇ Mental Image
The mental image of a journey where practice is the path leading to the destination of success.
◈ When to Use
A teacher encouraging students to keep practicing a difficult skill, reminding them that their efforts will eventually lead to mastery.
◉ Cultural Note
This proverb reflects the German cultural emphasis on discipline, hard work, and perseverance as key to achievement.
formalinformal

A proverb emphasizing that consistent practice and effort are essential for achieving success, particularly in learning or skill development.

Wenn du jeden Tag übst, wird Übung zum Erfolg führen.

If you practice every day, practice will lead to success.

Im Musikunterricht lernen wir, dass Übung zum Erfolg führt.

In music class, we learn that practice leads to success.

This proverb is often used to motivate learners and emphasize the importance of persistence.

Collocations

ständige Übungconstant practiceErfolg durch Übungsuccess through practice

Synonyms

Praktizieren bringt ErfolgWiederholung führt zum Erfolg

Antonyms

Ohne Übung kein ErfolgErfolg ohne Anstrengung

Related Phrases

Übung macht den Meisterproverb
practice makes perfect
Ohne Fleiß kein Preisproverb
no pain, no gain

Pro Tip

Motivational Use

This phrase is often used to encourage someone who is struggling with learning or skill development.

Gold Rule

Consistency is Key

The proverb highlights that success is not achieved overnight but through consistent effort over time.

Word Origin

Derived from the German words 'Übung' (practice) and 'Erfolg' (success), reflecting the cultural value placed on diligence and effort in German-speaking societies.

Usage Notes

This proverb is commonly used in educational and motivational contexts to encourage perseverance and hard work.

Word Breakdown

Übung
practice
root
+
führt
leads
verb
+
zum Erfolg
to success
phrase
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