A2 — Elementary💼 Work & Money
Chi dorme non piglia pesci
The early bird catches the worm
Literal Translation
"He who sleeps catches no fish"
What it means
One must be active and diligent to succeed
Example in context
"Smettila di aspettare il momento perfetto — chi dorme non piglia pesci."
"Stop waiting for the perfect moment — the early bird catches the worm."
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