“Rome wasn’t built in a day”

Definition

Important things take time.

Examples

Examples

“Be patient — Rome wasn’t built in a day.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Rome wasn’t built in a day" mean?
"Rome wasn’t built in a day" means important things take time..
How do you use "Rome wasn’t built in a day" in a sentence?
Example: "Be patient — Rome wasn’t built in a day."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Rome wasn’t built in a day"?
Всё великое создаётся не сразу. / Կարևոր բաները ժամանակ են պահանջում։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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