郷に入れば郷に従え（ごうにいればごうにしたがえ）
JLPT N1 · noun
Meaning: when in Rome, do as the Romans do
Example sentences
- 郷に入れば郷に従え、その土地の習慣を守る。 — When in Rome, do as the Romans do — follow the local customs.
- 海外では郷に入れば郷に従えだ。 — Overseas, you should do as the locals do.
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