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Idioms & Expressions
Más vale tarde que nunca
Used to acknowledge that completing a task, even if delayed, is better than not doing it at all.
Literal Meaning
Better late than never
Actual Meaning
It's better to do something late than not do it at all
Examples in Context

Llegaste tarde a la reunión, pero más vale tarde que nunca.

Aunque no lo terminas en la fecha límite, más vale tarde que nunca.

Helpful Tips
  • 1This phrase is often used in casual conversations.
  • 2Notice how it reflects a positive perspective on tardiness.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
Nunca es tarde
conveniente
Lo importante es participar
preferible
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