三人寄れば文殊の知恵

さんにんよればもんじゅのちえ
Alternative writings: 三人よれば文殊の知恵
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A proverb meaning that when three people come together, their combined wisdom can produce a good idea — essentially, 'three heads are better than two.'

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プロジェクトで行き詰まったとき、彼は『三人寄れば文殊の知恵だ』と言ってチームに相談を持ちかけた。

When the project hit a snag, he said, 'Three heads are better than two,' and asked the team to discuss it.

小さなことでも相談すれば解決することが多い。まさに『三人寄れば文殊の知恵』だ。

Even small issues are often resolved if you consult others — truly, 'three heads are better than two.'

会議で一人で悩まず、三人寄れば文殊の知恵を信じて意見を出し合おう。

Don't worry alone in the meeting; trust that 'three heads are better than two' and share your opinions.