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石の上にも三年

ishi no ue ni mo san nen
phrase★Intermediate
informal

Even after three years (on the stone)

石ã®ä¸Šã«ã‚‚三年。

Even after three years (on the stone).

💡

This phrase is often used to express perseverance or the passage of time, suggesting that something remains unchanged or persistent despite the passage of time.

Synonyms

Related Phrases

石ã®ä¸Šã«ã‚‚三年phrase
Even after three years (on the stone)

💡Pro Tip

Metaphorical Usage

This phrase is often used to describe something that remains unchanged or persistent, much like a stone that endures over time.

📖Word Origin

The phrase uses the metaphor of a stone to represent something unchanging or enduring, with the passage of time ('three years') emphasizing persistence.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in a poetic or metaphorical context to describe something that remains steadfast or unchanged over time.

Word Breakdown

石
stone
noun
+
上
on
particle
+
ã‚‚
even
particle
+
三年
three years
noun
✎ Noted on May 31, 2026JA → EN

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