easier said than done It is easy to say that one can or will do something, but is much more difficult to actually do it. 说起来做某事容易，但其实做起来很难。 I know I should give up smoking, but easier said than done. 我知道应该戒烟，但说起来容易做起来难。 A: If you're not happy with yourself, then change. 如果你感到不开心，那就改变吧。 B: Easier said than done. 你说得容易。