“No pain, no gain”

Definition

You must work hard to achieve success.

Examples

Examples

“He trains every day — no pain, no gain.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "No pain, no gain" mean?
"No pain, no gain" means you must work hard to achieve success..
How do you use "No pain, no gain" in a sentence?
Example: "He trains every day — no pain, no gain."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "No pain, no gain"?
Без труда нет результата. / Առանց ջանքի հաջողություն չկա։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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