積羽沈舟
Reading: せきうちんしゅう
Meaning: many small things can amount to something significant
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Example Sentence
The accumulation of small efforts produces great results.
Usage Notes
Literally means 'accumulated feathers can sink a boat.' Used to emphasize how small things can add up to create major effects.
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