Meaning of the word "a thing begun is half done" in English
What does "a thing begun is half done" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a thing begun is half done
US /ə θɪŋ bɪˈɡʌn ɪz hæf dʌn/
UK /ə θɪŋ bɪˈɡʌn ɪz hɑːf dʌn/
Idiom
starting a task is the most difficult part, and once you have started, the rest will be easier to complete
Example:
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I was nervous about writing my thesis, but a thing begun is half done.
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Don't procrastinate; remember that a thing begun is half done.