IdiomDaily Life
English
Englisheveryone's a critic
Meaning: A wry reply to unwanted criticism: it is easy to find fault.
Example: “"The soup needs salt." "Everyone's a critic."”
Origin: A modern ironic saying; its first use has not been traced.
Equivalents in other languages
French: La critique est aisée, mais l'art est difficile Literally: Criticism is easy, but art is difficult
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