"Le bon sens est en dépit de l'éducation, et non pas grâce à elle."
— Victor Hugo
Simplified Meaning:
Common sense is something people have naturally, rather than something they learn in school or from books. It means having good judgment in everyday situations. For example, if you see that the sidewalk is icy, you know to walk carefully to avoid slipping, even if no one has taught you this in a classroom. Education teaches us facts and skills, but common sense helps us make practical decisions based on those teachings. Imagine you're given a recipe to cook a meal, but the instructions seem off, maybe telling you to cook pasta for an hour. Common sense tells you that pasta usually cooks in 10-15 minutes, so you adjust accordingly. This idea suggests that while education is valuable, our instincts and everyday smarts are just as important in navigating the world. People can use this knowledge to trust their judgment more often, especially in simple, day-to-day choices.
