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Region: General | Usage example: Don't worry about the breakup; there are plenty more fish in the sea.

There are plenty more fish in the sea

Meaning

There are many other opportunities or people.

Usage

Used to console someone after rejection.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Fishing metaphor for abundance.

A proverb used in maritime cultures for centuries.

Related Idioms

Fish out of water

Feel uncomfortable in an unfamiliar situation.

Bite off more than you can chew

Take on more responsibilities than you can handle.

Hang in there

Persevere through tough times.

More Idioms

Break the ice

To do or say something to relieve tension or get conversation going in a social situation.

Cut to the chase

Skip ahead to the most important or exciting part of something.

The ball is in your court

It is now your turn to take action or make a decision.

Throw in the towel

To concede defeat or admit a struggle isn't worth continuing.