Meaning of the word "nothing ventured, nothing gained" in English
What does "nothing ventured, nothing gained" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
nothing ventured, nothing gained
US /ˈnʌθ.ɪŋ ˈven.tʃɚd ˈnʌθ.ɪŋ ɡeɪnd/
UK /ˈnʌθ.ɪŋ ˈven.tʃəd ˈnʌθ.ɪŋ ɡeɪnd/
Idiom
you cannot expect to achieve anything if you do not take risks
Example:
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I know the investment is risky, but nothing ventured, nothing gained.
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She decided to apply for the job even though she lacked experience; nothing ventured, nothing gained.