expression
a good beginning makes a good ending
Proverb emphasizing that a strong start leads to a successful finish; often used to encourage careful preparation.
始め良ければ終わり良しというから、最初の計画をしっかり立てよう。
They say a good beginning makes a good ending, so let's make a solid plan from the start.
何事も始め良ければ終わり良しだ。
In everything, a good beginning makes a good ending.
A Japanese proverb of uncertain origin, likely derived from the general wisdom that a good start leads to a good finish. The kanji 始め (beginning) and 終わり (ending) directly convey the meaning.