Proverb meaning that even the longest journey or greatest task begins with a single step — big achievements start from small beginnings.
英語が話せるようになるには時間がかかるけど、千里の道も一歩からだから毎日少しずつ勉強しよう。
It takes time to become able to speak English, but a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step — let's study a little every day.
ダイエットは急に結果が出ないが、千里の道も一歩からだと自分に言い聞かせて続けた。
Weight loss doesn't happen overnight, but reminding myself that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step helped me keep going.
新しい仕事は不安だけど、千里の道も一歩からだ。まずは基本を覚えよう。
The new job is nerve-wracking, but a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. First, I'll learn the basics.