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Proverb: When in Rome, Do as the Romans Do

follow local customs

Examples

  • When in Rome, do as the Romans do.

Key rules

  • When in Rome, do as the Romans do means follow the customs of the place you are visiting
  • It is a proverb used as advice
  • It is used when travelling or in new cultures
  • The comma separates the two parts

Common mistakes

  • When in Rome do as Romans do โ†’ When in Rome, do as the Romans do
๐Ÿ’ก Tip: Use it when you travel and adopt local customs.

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