hope for the best, prepare for the worst (English, proverb)
expansion: hope for the best, prepare for the worst
Senses:
glosses: While one should maintain a positive attitude when facing uncertain or challenging circumstances, one should not let this optimism blind them to the need to prepare for the possible hardships which may arise.
tags: imperative
Forms:
form: hope for the best but prepare for the worst
tags: alternative
form: hope for the best and prepare for the worst
tags: alternative