Meaning of the word "he that would eat the fruit must climb the tree" in English
What does "he that would eat the fruit must climb the tree" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
he that would eat the fruit must climb the tree
US /hi ðæt wʊd iːt ðə fruːt mʌst klaɪm ðə triː/
UK /hiː ðæt wʊd iːt ðə fruːt mʌst klaɪm ðə triː/
Idiom
if you want to achieve something or get a reward, you must be willing to work hard for it
Example:
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You can't expect a promotion without putting in the extra hours; he that would eat the fruit must climb the tree.
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Winning the championship required months of training, proving that he that would eat the fruit must climb the tree.