expression
the early bird gets the worm; victory goes to the one who makes the first move
A yojijukugo proverb emphasizing that taking the initiative or acting quickly leads to success. Often used in competitive contexts such as business, games, or martial arts.
ビジネスでは先手必勝が大切だ。
In business, it's important to take the initiative to win.
将棋の世界では先手必勝と言われることがある。
In the world of shogi, it is sometimes said that the first move guarantees victory.