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Ohne Fleiß kein Preis

/ˈoːnə ˈflaɪ̯s kaɪn ˈpʁaɪ̯s/
proverb★Intermediate— Hard work is necessary to achieve success◆proverb
◆ What It Really Means
Success and rewards are only achieved through hard work and perseverance.
¶ Literal Meaning
Without diligence, no prize.
Literal Breakdown
Ohnewithout+Fleißdiligence+keinno+Preisprize
◇ Mental Image
The proverb paints a picture of a prize or reward that can only be obtained through hard work, emphasizing the effort required to achieve success.
◈ When to Use
A teacher might say this to a student who is struggling with their studies, encouraging them to work harder to achieve their goals.
◉ Cultural Note
This proverb is deeply rooted in German culture, reflecting the value placed on hard work and perseverance. It is often used to motivate individuals to put in the necessary effort to achieve their goals.
informal

This proverb emphasizes that success and rewards come only through diligent effort and hard work. It discourages laziness and encourages perseverance.

Du willst ein guter Musiker werden? Ohne Fleiß kein Preis!

You want to become a great musician? No pain, no gain!

Sie hat jahrelang hart gearbeitet, und jetzt hat sie ihren Preis erhalten.

She worked hard for years, and now she has received her reward.

💡

This proverb is often used to motivate someone to put in more effort or to justify the need for hard work in achieving goals.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

Alles kommt zu denen, die warten könnenproverb
Everything comes to those who wait
Wer nicht arbeitet, soll auch nicht essenproverb
He who does not work, neither shall he eat

💡Pro Tip

Motivational Use

Use this proverb to encourage someone to put in more effort or to remind them that success requires hard work.

⚡Gold Rule

Cultural Context

This proverb reflects the German cultural value of diligence and perseverance, which is deeply rooted in the country's work ethic.

📖Word Origin

The phrase originates from German folklore and reflects the cultural value of hard work and perseverance. It has been used for centuries to encourage diligence.

📝Usage Notes

This proverb is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to emphasize the importance of effort in achieving success. It is often used to motivate or encourage someone to work harder.

Word Breakdown

Ohne
without
preposition
+
Fleiß
diligence, hard work
noun
+
kein
no
determiner
+
Preis
prize, reward
noun
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