Meaning
It's better to avoid a problem than to fix it later.
Cultural Background
Widely used in everyday life, from family advice to corporate meetings. Often phrased as 'Mais vale prevenir que remediar'. Used similarly to Brazil, often in the context of community planning. Commonly understood and used in formal and informal settings.
Use it as a justification
Whenever you do something extra, say this phrase to explain why.
Meaning
It's better to avoid a problem than to fix it later.
Use it as a justification
Whenever you do something extra, say this phrase to explain why.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
É melhor prevenir ___ ___ remediar.
The standard comparative is 'do que'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesÉ melhor prevenir ___ ___ remediar.
The standard comparative is 'do que'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it shows you are a responsible and proactive worker.
Related Phrases
Quem não arrisca, não petisca
contrastHe who doesn't risk, doesn't eat.
