when in Rome

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English

Etymology

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

Proverb

when in Rome

(idiomatic, by ellipsis) Adjust to local customs.

Usage notes

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

Translations

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

See also

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