Japanese Word · Native
石の上にも三年
perseverance brings results
Pronunciation: 石の上にも三年
Meaning
A natural Japanese expression used to convey: perseverance brings results.
Example
すぐに諦めず、石の上にも三年です。
Do not give up quickly; perseverance brings results.
Practice tips
- Practice 石の上にも三年 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.