chalk (something) up to experience



chalk (something) up to experience

To regard a bad situation, action, or outcome as a learning experience rather than dwelling on its negative impact. I know you're upset about failing your exam, but just chalk it up to experience and try harder next time!
See also: chalk, experience, up

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Aerona-Welsh
Kyrilu-Medieval Slavic
TroyTROIEnglish
Itala-Italian
Josefinaho-se-FEE-nah (Spanish), zhoo-zə-FEE-nə (Portuguese), yoo-se-FEE-nah (Swedish)Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish
MaasMAH:SDutch