Meaning of the word "a horse has four legs, yet it falls often" in English

What does "a horse has four legs, yet it falls often" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

a horse has four legs, yet it falls often

US /ə hɔːrs hæz fɔːr leɡz, jet ɪt fɔːlz ˈɔːfən/
UK /ə hɔːs hæz fɔː leɡz, jet ɪt fɔːlz ˈɒfən/
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Idiom

even the most skilled or experienced people can make mistakes

Example:
Don't be too hard on yourself for that error; a horse has four legs, yet it falls often.
Even the champion lost the match today, proving that a horse has four legs, yet it falls often.