juk6 cuk1 zak1 bat1 daat6欲速則不達欲速则不达
Jyutpingjuk6 cuk1 zak1 bat1 daat6
Yaleyuhk chūk jāk bāt daaht
Definition
Haste makes waste; trying to do things too quickly will prevent you from achieving your goal.
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How it's used
This idiom is a classic piece of wisdom used to warn someone against cutting corners or rushing a process. It carries a slightly formal or didactic tone despite being used in daily life, often appearing when someone is visibly frustrated by their own impatience. It serves as a gentle but firm reminder that quality requires time and steady effort.
Examples
Don't rush your work, more haste, less speed.
He wanted to finish it quickly, but ended up with more haste, less speed.
Related words
Common phrases
rushing things leads to failure
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