no suffering no success

/noʊ ˈsʌfərɪŋ noʊ səkˈsɛs/
phrase★Intermediate◆proverb
◆ What It Really Means
The idea that meaningful success requires enduring hardship or effort.
Literal Meaning
The absence of suffering leads to the absence of success.
Literal Breakdown
no sufferingthe absence of pain or hardship+no successthe absence of achievement
◇ Mental Image
A balance where effort and struggle are necessary counterweights to achieve success.
◈ When to Use
A coach tells their team, 'Remember, no suffering no success, so let's push through this tough practice.'
◉ Cultural Note
This phrase reflects a common cultural belief in many societies that perseverance is key to success.
informal

The idea that achieving success or progress requires enduring hardship or effort.

The entrepreneur embraced the philosophy of no suffering no success during the startup's early struggles.

The entrepreneur accepted that overcoming challenges was necessary for eventual success.

💡

This phrase emphasizes the necessity of perseverance and resilience in achieving goals.

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Related Phrases

no pain, no gainproverb
Similar idea that effort is necessary for success

💡Pro Tip

Motivational Context

Use this phrase to encourage perseverance in challenging situations.

⚡Gold Rule

Avoid Misinterpretation

Do not use this phrase to justify unnecessary suffering; it applies to meaningful effort.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the broader cultural idea that meaningful achievements require sacrifice and effort.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is often used to motivate or justify enduring difficulties in pursuit of long-term goals.

English Dictionary