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What Does "it's easier said than done" Mean?

Learn what "it's easier said than done" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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It's easier said than done.

It means something sounds simple, but is actually difficult to do.

From Twist Of Time, Episode 36

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone says a task is harder in real life than it sounds.

Usage Scenario

Use this when responding to advice or suggestions that seem unrealistic. It is very common in spoken English and works in many contexts.

Better ways to say it

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It's easier said than done.
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That's easier said than done.
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It's not that easy.

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