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Dulce pomum cum abest custos
“Sweet is the apple when the keeper is away.”
Latin proverb
Translation
What does “Dulce pomum cum abest custos” mean?
Dulce pomum cum abest custos translates as “Sweet is the apple when the keeper is away.”
Forbidden things are most tempting when no one is watching. The proverb is a wry comment on human nature and the appeal of the unguarded orchard.
Origin
The story behind it
A Latin proverb of uncertain origin, sometimes written with the older spelling "quum" for cum.
When to use it
How to use “Dulce pomum cum abest custos”
A mischievous line for an orchard sign or a teacher’s staff room.
- Latin
- Dulce pomum cum abest custos
- English
- Sweet is the apple when the keeper is away.
- Source
- Latin proverb
- Era
- Early modern
- Theme
- Humor
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