When in Rome, do as the Romans do meaning
What does the saying 'When in Rome, do as the Romans do' mean?
Idiom: When in Rome, do as the Romans do
Meaning:
This means that you should adapt to the customs of societies when you visit them, or behave in an appropriate manner according to how people around you behave. It is often shortened to "When in Rome".
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