Meaning of the word "he who sups with the devil should have a long spoon" in English
What does "he who sups with the devil should have a long spoon" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
he who sups with the devil should have a long spoon
US /hiː huː sʌps wɪð ðə ˈdɛvəl ʃʊd hæv ə lɔŋ spuːn/
UK /hiː huː sʌps wɪð ðə ˈdɛvəl ʃʊd hæv ə lɒŋ spuːn/
Idiom
if you deal with dangerous or untrustworthy people, you must be very careful and keep your distance
Example:
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He is a powerful but corrupt businessman; remember, he who sups with the devil should have a long spoon.
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I wouldn't trust that political alliance; he who sups with the devil should have a long spoon.