Definition
This idiom means to postpone worrying about a potential problem until it actually occurs.
船到桥头自然直
"What if we can't find enough sponsors?" "Don't worry, we'll cross that bridge when we come to it. I am sure we will figure something out by then."
「如果我们找不到足够的赞助商怎么办?」「别担心,我们到时再处理。我相信到时候我们会想出办法的。」
I know you’re worried about the upcoming merger, but we'll cross that bridge when we get to it. Let’s focus on what we can control for now.
我知道你担心即将到来的合并,但我们到时再处理。现在让我们专注于我们能控制的事情。
"What if it rains next week?" "We'll cross that bridge when we come to it. For now, let's just focus on the present."
「如果下周下雨怎么办?」「我们到时再处理。现在,让我们专注于当下。」