Meaning of the word "it's better to light one candle than to curse the darkness" in English
What does "it's better to light one candle than to curse the darkness" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
it's better to light one candle than to curse the darkness
US /ɪts ˈbetər tu laɪt wʌn ˈkændəl ðæn tu kɜːrs ðə ˈdɑːrknəs/
UK /ɪts ˈbetə tu laɪt wʌn ˈkændəl ðæn tu kɜːs ðə ˈdɑːknəs/
Idiom
it is better to do something small and positive to improve a situation than to complain about it
Example:
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Instead of complaining about the local park's litter, she started a cleanup group, believing it's better to light one candle than to curse the darkness.
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The charity's motto is 'it's better to light one candle than to curse the darkness,' focusing on small acts of kindness.