That's easier said than done

Meaning/Usage: This is used when something is easy to say but very hard to do.

Explanation: This phrase is very literal. Often times people tell you to do something that sounds easy, but it is actually hard. So in response, you can say this phrase.

I want to quit smoking but that's easier said than done.

She wants me to be more romantic but that's easier said than done.

I wish I could just retire a wealthy man but that's easier said than done.

A.

I really want to learn how to take good photographs.

B.

Maybe you should take a class?

A.

My sister learned how to do it all by herself.

B.

I don't doubt it but that's easier said than done.

Other Common Sentences

That's more difficult than it sounds.

It's easy to say something, but difficult to do.