Rome was not built in a day
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used to emphasize that significant achievements or accomplishments require time, effort, and patience, and cannot be completed quickly or easily
The proverb "Rome was not built in a day" is often traced to medieval French literature, with a similar phrase appearing in the 12th century in the work of Jean de La Fontaine, a French writer known for his fables. The saying emphasizes that patience and persistent effort are necessary for achieving significant accomplishments. It encourages a long-term perspective, reminding individuals that meaningful success takes time and cannot be rushed.
- Don’t worry if the project seems overwhelming; Rome was not built in a day.
- She had to remind her team that success doesn’t come overnight; Rome was not built in a day.
- Building a strong team takes time, as Rome was not built in a day.
- Learning to play an instrument takes practice, and as they say, Rome was not built in a day.
- She reminded herself that learning a new language takes time—Rome was not built in a day.