it takes a village
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Ellipsis of it takes a village to raise a child.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Remember it takes a village, if you feel overwhelmed ask for help, ask questions, the nurses are here to provide education, support and help you.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “it takes a village” mean?
Ellipsis of it takes a village to raise a child.
Is “it takes a village” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.