Japanese Word · Native
急がば回れ
slow and steady is the safer shortcut
Pronunciation: 急がば回れ
Meaning
A natural Japanese expression used to convey: slow and steady is the safer shortcut.
Example
時間がないときほど、急がば回れです。
Especially when time is short, taking the careful route is wiser.
Practice tips
- Practice 急がば回れ out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for native-level learners.