to err is human (to forgive divine).

Related to word: err

Idiom

Definition

  1. This idiom expresses the idea that making mistakes is a natural part of being human, and forgiving others for their errors is a virtuous act.

    人皆会犯错,而宽恕是一种美德。

    • I know he made a serious mistake, but 'to err is human,' so I decided to forgive him.

      我知道他犯了严重的错误,但『人非圣贤,孰能无过』,所以我决定原谅他。

    • Don't be too hard on yourself when you make a mistake. 'To err is human'; what’s important is to learn from it.

      当你犯错时,不要对自己太苛刻。『人非圣贤,孰能无过』;重要的是从中学习。

    • Even though he has made mistakes repeatedly, we should remember that 'to err is human' and give him a chance to correct himself.

      即使他多次犯错,我们也应该记住『人非圣贤,孰能无过』,给他一个改正的机会。