Meaning of the word "run before you can walk" in English
What does "run before you can walk" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
run before you can walk
US /rʌn bɪˈfɔːr ju kæn wɔːk/
UK /rʌn bɪˈfɔː ju kæn wɔːk/
Idiom
to try to do something difficult before you have learned the basic skills
Example:
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You're trying to write a novel before you've mastered basic grammar. Don't run before you can walk.
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Starting a business without any experience is like trying to run before you can walk.
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