English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "it's better to" Mean?
Learn what "it's better to" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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than to face giants that cannot be slain.
It means the speaker thinks avoiding an impossible fight is wiser than acting bravely for no reason.
From She Is Mine, Episode 42
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is making a philosophical statement about choosing safety over impossible danger.
Usage Scenario
Use this in a dramatic or literary context, not in everyday conversation. It sounds poetic and unnatural for normal speech.
Better ways to say it
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It's better to stay safe than face the impossible.
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Avoiding a hopeless fight can be wiser.
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Sometimes survival matters more than bravery.
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