Proverb: A Stitch in Time Saves Nine

fix small problems early

Examples

• Fix it now. A stitch in time saves nine.

Key rules

• A stitch in time saves nine means fixing a small problem early prevents a bigger problem later
• It is a proverb used as advice
• Proverbs are used as complete sentences with no extra words
• The proverb comes from sewing: a small repair early avoids a big one later

Common mistakes

• A stitch in the time saves nine → A stitch in time saves nine