Meaning of the word "expectation is far better than realization" in English

What does "expectation is far better than realization" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

expectation is far better than realization

US /ˌɛk.spɛkˈteɪ.ʃən ɪz fɑːr ˈbɛt.ər ðæn ˌriː.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌek.spekˈteɪ.ʃən ɪz fɑː ˈbet.ə ðæn ˌrɪə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
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Idiom

the idea that the anticipation of an event is often more pleasurable or exciting than the event itself

Example:
I spent months planning the trip, but expectation is far better than realization.
He felt a bit let down after the party; sometimes expectation is far better than realization.