"雪で火をつけるようなものだ"
— Geoffrey Chaucer
Simplified Meaning:
Trying to start a fire with snow is impossible because snow is cold and wet, which wouldn't help start a fire. This saying means some things just don't work together, no matter how hard you try. Imagine trying to make a plant grow without any sunlight; it just wouldn't work because plants need sunlight to grow. In the same way, some tasks or ideas don't always fit well together. If someone is trying to solve a problem in a way that doesn't make sense, they might need to change their approach. For example, if you're trying to convince a friend to help you with something, but you're being rude, it's unlikely they'll want to help. Instead, being kind and respectful is more likely to work. This advice helps people understand when to rethink their methods and find solutions that actually make sense.
