Meaning of the word "the longest way round is the shortest way home" in English
What does "the longest way round is the shortest way home" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the longest way round is the shortest way home
US /ðə ˈlɔŋ.ɡəst weɪ raʊnd ɪz ðə ˈʃɔːr.təst weɪ hoʊm/
UK /ðə ˈlɒŋ.ɡɪst weɪ raʊnd ɪz ðə ˈʃɔː.tɪst weɪ həʊm/
Idiom
taking the time to do something properly or carefully, even if it seems longer, will save time and trouble in the end
Example:
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I know you want to skip the safety checks, but the longest way round is the shortest way home.
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We should follow the manual exactly; the longest way round is the shortest way home.