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Look before one leaps Meaning in English

expression

ˈɫʊk/ /ˌbiˈfɔɹ/, /bɪˈfɔɹ/ /ˈwən/ /ˈɫips
LUUK bee-FOR wun LEEPS
lˈʊk/ /bɪfˈɔː/ /wˈɒn/ /lˈiːps
luuk bih-FOR wun LEEPS

परिभाषा

This expression means to think carefully before taking action, so you do not make mistakes. It advises being cautious and considering the consequences before making decisions.

उपयोग और बारीकियां

Old-fashioned and formal, mainly used in proverbs or as advice. More common to say 'think before you act' in conversation. Used to warn someone not to act impulsively.

उदाहरण वाक्य

You should look before you leap when making big decisions.

basic

My mother always tells me to look before I leap.

basic

If you look before you leap, you can avoid many problems.

basic

I wish I'd looked before I leapt into that job—it wasn't right for me.

natural

He never looks before he leaps, and that often gets him into trouble.

natural

It's always smart to look before you leap, especially with money.

natural