Example: Il ne faut jamais brûler les étapes dans un projet complexe.
Definition
"Brûler les étapes" means to skip important stages or steps in a process, often leading to mistakes or incomplete outcomes. It is commonly used to advise against rushing through phases that require careful attention, as in the example: 'Il ne faut jamais brûler les étapes dans un projet complexe.'
Translations
To rush things
Quemar etapas
Stappen overslaan
Cremar etapes
Schritte überspringen
Etymology
The phrase "brûler les étapes" literally translates to 'burn the steps,' metaphorically suggesting the act of 'burning down' or skipping stages. It originates from the idea that progressing too fast, as if burning through steps, can be reckless. Did you know this expression vividly conveys the risk of hurrying without proper preparation?
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To rush things