The Economic Times

French saying of the day: 'It's not like you have to drink the sea' Original version, meaning, origin, and how to use it

A popular French saying, 'Ce nest pas la mer boire', offers a vivid way to describe tasks that are not difficult. Literally meaning 'it is not like you have to drink the sea', the phrase puts challenges into perspective. It reminds people that obstacles are often less daunting than they appear.