善は急げ

ぜんはいそげ
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A proverb meaning 'strike while the iron is hot' — if something is good or timely, act without hesitation.

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Examples

セールの今が安い。善は急げで、チケットを買っておいた。

The sale price is low now. I struck while the iron was hot and bought the tickets.

チャンスは二度と来ないかもしれない。善は急げだ。

A chance may not come twice. Better act quickly.

面接の予約が取れたら、善は急げで準備を始めよう。

If you get an interview, prepare at once — strike while the iron is hot.