Meaning of the word "forewarned is forearmed" in English
What does "forewarned is forearmed" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
forewarned is forearmed
US /fɔːrˈwɔːrnd ɪz fɔːrˈɑːrmd/
UK /fɔːˈwɔːnd ɪz fɔːˈɑːmd/
Idiom
prior knowledge of a possible danger or problem gives one a strategic advantage to prepare for it
Example:
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I told him about the difficult questions in the interview because forewarned is forearmed.
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Check the weather forecast before your hike; forewarned is forearmed.