Perseverance conquers talent when talent gives up.

Meaning: If you keep working hard, you can achieve your goals, even if you don't have natural talent.

Choice of Words: Perseverance is the quality of continuing to try even when it is difficult. Conquers means to defeat or overcome. Gives up means to stop trying. Together, it means that hard work can overcome natural ability when natural ability gives up.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions