English Expression · Intermediate
that is easier said than done
doing it is harder than suggesting it
Pronunciation: that is easier said than done
Meaning
A natural expression used to convey: doing it is harder than suggesting it.
Example
Just relax? That is easier said than done.
Simply relaxing is harder than suggesting it.
Practice tips
- Practice that is easier said than done out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.