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Japanese Proverbs About Efficiency
Japanese proverbs about efficiency point to focused effort, avoidable waste, and the small move that actually matters. This selection suits readers looking for practical wisdom on acting smarter.
Japanese Proverbs in Efficiency
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赤子の手を捻る
akago no te o hineruAccomplishing something with extreme ease due to an overwhelming difference in strength or ability.
朝飯前
asameshi maeSomething very easy that can be accomplished in the brief time before eating breakfast.
頭でっかち尻すぼみ
atama dekkachi shiri subomiStarting an undertaking with great energy only to have it lose momentum and fail, or possessing knowledge without the ability to act.
忙中自ずから閑あり
bochuu onozukara kan ariEven during a busy period, moments of leisure or spare time naturally occur.
大は小を兼ねる
dai wa sho o kaneruA larger item can fulfill the role of a smaller one, making it more versatile.
蛇足
dasokuSomething redundant or unnecessary that provides no benefit and may even spoil the result.
画龍点睛
ga ryou ten seiThe final crucial touch that completes a work and makes it perfect.
兵は神速を貴ぶ
hei wa shinsoku o tattobuSwift action is the most critical factor for success in strategy and competitive situations.
一気呵成
ikki ka seiTo complete a task or a piece of writing in one continuous effort without stopping.
一挙両得
ikkyo ryotokuAchieving two benefits with a single action.
一石二鳥
isseki ni choGaining two or more benefits from a single action or effort.
目から鼻に抜ける
me kara hana ni nukeruExtremely clever and quick-witted.