when in Rome

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

An ellipsis (anapodoton) of when in Rome, do as the Romans do.

Proverb[edit]

when in Rome

  1. (idiomatic, by ellipsis) Adjust to local customs.

Usage notes[edit]

  • This shortened form is more common than the full form of the proverb.

Translations[edit]

adjust to local customs — see when in Rome, do as the Romans do

See also[edit]

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