Meaning of the word "failing to plan is planning to fail" in English
What does "failing to plan is planning to fail" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
failing to plan is planning to fail
US /ˈfeɪlɪŋ tu plæn ɪz ˈplænɪŋ tu feɪl/
UK /ˈfeɪlɪŋ tuː plæn ɪz ˈplænɪŋ tuː feɪl/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that success requires preparation, and without a plan, one is likely to fail
Example:
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You need to prepare for your exams because failing to plan is planning to fail.
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The business went bankrupt because the owners didn't realize that failing to plan is planning to fail.