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Well begun is half done Meaning in English

expression

WEL bee-GUN iz HAF DUN
wel big-UN iz HAHF DUN

Definition

If you start something in a good way, you have already made major progress; a good start makes finishing easier.

Usage & Nuances

It's a proverb used to encourage careful preparation and effort at the start. Often said in work, school, or when starting new projects. More formal than everyday conversation and not usually used in casual speech.

Example Sentences

My teacher always says, 'Well begun is half done.'

basic

Before the project started, Dad reminded me that 'well begun is half done'.

basic

If you follow 'well begun is half done', starting will feel much easier.

basic

Whenever I struggle to get started, I remember 'well begun is half done' and try to plan carefully.

natural

'Well begun is half done' is why I always organize my notes before writing an essay.

natural

My boss likes to say, 'Well begun is half done', whenever we start a new project.

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