Meaning of the word "the customer is always right" in English

What does "the customer is always right" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

the customer is always right

US /ðə ˈkʌs.tə.mər ɪz ˈɔːl.weɪz raɪt/
UK /ðə ˈkʌs.tə.mər ɪz ˈɔːl.weɪz raɪt/
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Idiom

a motto or slogan which encourages service staff to give high priority to customer satisfaction

Example:
Even if the client is being difficult, remember that the customer is always right.
Our shop policy is that the customer is always right.