nhập gia tuỳ tục, nhập giang tuỳ khúc
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
when in Rome, do as the Romans do
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
when in Rome, do as the Romans do
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
English
Near equivalent
watch the world burn
To take pleasure in others' misfortune or chaos
English
Near equivalent
nhập gia tuỳ tục
when in Rome, do as the Romans do
Tiếng Việt · via watch the world burn
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Common questions
What does “nhập gia tuỳ tục, nhập giang tuỳ khúc” mean?
when in Rome, do as the Romans do
Is “nhập gia tuỳ tục, nhập giang tuỳ khúc” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“when in Rome, do as the Romans do” (English) — near equivalent.