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Waiting to En-gage
縁と月日は末を待て(En to tsukihi wa sue wo mate;“In relationships and in life, wait for the time to come”) Definition: All things come in their own time; the best strategy is not to rush around in a fluster, but to calmly and … Continue reading
Posted in Japanese, Kotowaza
Tagged 縁, fate, opportunity, patience, romantic destiny, waiting, 時節, 月日, 末を待, 浮世
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Nor trying at plying
All the songless birds can fly, though 鳴かず飛ばず (Nakazu tobazu; “Nor crying nor flying”) Definition: Quietly waiting one’s chance. Doing nothing for a long time, but with the specific intention of taking action as soon as the opportunity finally comes. … Continue reading
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Tagged biding, 荘王, Records of the Grand Historian, story, waiting, 史記
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What are you, chicken?
They’re known for their careful scheming. 雌伏雄飛 shi.fuku.yuu.hi Literally: female – prostrate – male – fly Alternately: Following someone else while waiting for a chance to strike out on one’s own. Keeping a low profile while preparing for your time … Continue reading
Posted in Japanese, Yojijukugo
Tagged biding one's time, Book of the Later Han, chickens, 雄飛, 雌伏, waiting, 後漢書
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Godot. Guffman. Superman. The Man.
Hoping for fall – and cooler weather – to come soon. 一日三秋 ichi.jitsu.san.shuu Literally: one – day – three – autumn(s) Alternately: A single day seems like three years. Each moment seems to drag on. Waiting impatiently. Notes: The first … Continue reading