大だいは小しょうを兼かねる

expression, ichidan verb

the greater embraces the less; better too big than too small

Proverb meaning that a larger or more capable thing can also serve the purpose of a smaller one; often used to justify choosing a bigger size or broader option.

• 大だいは小しょうを兼かねるというから、少すこし大おおきめのバッグを買かった。

  They say the greater embraces the less, so I bought a slightly larger bag.

• 大だいは小しょうを兼かねるで、この鍋なべは一人ひとり暮ぐらしには大おおきすぎるけど、来らい客きゃくのときにも使つかえる。

  As the saying goes, better too big than too small; this pot is too large for living alone, but I can use it when guests come.