Sayings

Forewarned is forearmed

This page is about the saying "Forewarned is forearmed"

Possible meaning:
If we know about a possible danger in advance, we have an important advantage.

Note:
forewarn (verb) = tell someone in advance about a possible danger or problem | arm (verb) = supply or provide with weapons | fore- (combining form) = in advance | forearm (verb) = arm in advance

Quick Quiz

The saying "forewarned is forearmed" is advice to

a. be well armed

b. be well informed

c. ignore warnings
a) be well armed b) be well informed c) ignore warnings

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Contributor: Josef Essberger