良薬は口に苦し
りょうやくはくちににがし
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ryouyakuhakuchininigashi
諺
諺 (kotowaza) — proverb. A traditional saying that conveys wisdom, moral lessons, or cultural truths, typically passed down through generations and used in everyday speech to make a point.
Tier 0 · most common
Literal
good medicine is bitter to the mouth
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Figurative
the most helpful advice may be difficult to listen to
Meanings
- the most helpful advice may be difficult to listen to
- good medicine tastes bitter