Meaning of the word "when two men ride together, one must ride behind" in English
What does "when two men ride together, one must ride behind" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
when two men ride together, one must ride behind
US /wɛn tu mɛn raɪd təˈɡɛðər, wʌn mʌst raɪd bɪˈhaɪnd/
UK /wɛn tuː mɛn raɪd təˈɡɛðə, wʌn mʌst raɪd bɪˈhaɪnd/
Idiom
in any partnership or collaborative effort, one person must take the lead while the other follows or takes a subordinate role
Example:
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They both wanted to be CEO, but when two men ride together, one must ride behind.
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In a marriage, compromises are necessary because when two men ride together, one must ride behind.