Tag Archives: 千里

I can see clearly now; I’m way up high

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Confanity

I can see all obstacles in my way 一望千里ichi.bou.sen.ri Literally: one – see / desire – thousand – ri Alternately: A broad, expansive vista. Being able to see out to a great distance with a single glance; having a bird’s-eye … Continue reading →

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Keep in mind for next year

Posted on February 14, 2021 by Confanity

Seriously, try to avoid travel during a pandemic, even if it’s for love. 惚れて通えば千里も一里 (Horete kayoeba senri mo ichiri; “If you travel while in love, even a thousand ri feel like one.”) Definition: If you’re traveling to meet with someone … Continue reading →

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By their fruits you will know them

Posted on December 17, 2017 by Confanity

By their refrigerated, long-distance-shipped fruits? 悪事千里を走る (Akuji senri wo hashiru; “Bad deeds run a thousand leagues”) Definition: When you do bad things, the rumors spread rapidly throughout society. News of evildoing soon reaches a distance of a thousand ri. There’s … Continue reading →

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Even a blog of a thousand posts begins with a single keystroke

Posted on April 24, 2016 by Confanity

千里の道も一歩より (Senri no michi mo ippo yori; “Even a road of a thousand ri, from one step.”) Definition: “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Even the most daunting undertakings begin with a simple action – … Continue reading →

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