Meaning of the word "he that has an ill name is half hanged" in English
What does "he that has an ill name is half hanged" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
he that has an ill name is half hanged
US /hi ðæt hæz æn ɪl neɪm ɪz hæf hæŋd/
UK /hiː ðæt hæz ən ɪl neɪm ɪz hɑːf hæŋd/
Idiom
once a person's reputation is ruined, it is very difficult to regain trust or clear one's name, as people will always think the worst of them
Example:
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Even though he was innocent, the rumors persisted because he that has an ill name is half hanged.
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It's hard for him to find a job now; he that has an ill name is half hanged.