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man soll den Tag nicht vor dem Abend rühmen
/man zɔl deːn taːk nɪçt foːɐ̯ deːm ˈaːbn̩ ˈʁyːmən/◆proverb
don't count your chickens before they hatch
Man sollte den Sieg nicht vor dem Finale rühmen.
You shouldn't celebrate victory before the final.
informal
A warning against prematurely celebrating or assuming success before it is certain, as things may still go wrong.
Er hat den Vertrag schon unterschrieben, aber man soll den Tag nicht vor dem Abend rühmen.
He's already signed the contract, but you shouldn't count your chickens before they hatch.
Das Projekt scheint erfolgreich zu sein, aber wir sollten den Tag nicht vor dem Abend rühmen.
The project seems successful, but we shouldn't celebrate too soon.
This proverb emphasizes caution and humility, advising against overconfidence or premature celebration.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Context Matters
This proverb is often used in situations where someone is being overly optimistic or confident about an outcome that is not yet certain.
Gold Rule
Caution and Humility
The proverb emphasizes the importance of remaining cautious and humble, even when things seem to be going well.
Word Origin
This proverb originates from German folklore and reflects a cultural value of prudence and humility. It likely emerged from agricultural or hunting contexts where outcomes were uncertain until the very end.
Usage Notes
This proverb is commonly used to caution against overconfidence or premature celebration. It can be applied to personal achievements, business deals, or any situation where the outcome is still uncertain.
Word Breakdown
man soll
one should
phraseden Tag
the day
phrasenicht vor dem Abend
not before the evening
phraserühmen
praise or celebrate
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