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the longer you live, the more shame you suffer
Proverb meaning that a long life inevitably brings more opportunities for disgrace or humiliation.
「命長ければ恥多し」というが、長生きすればそれだけ恥をかくことも増えるものだ。
As the proverb goes, 'the longer you live, the more shame you suffer'; living long does mean more chances to be embarrassed.
A traditional Japanese proverb. The exact origin is uncertain, but it reflects a common sentiment about the burdens of a long life.