English / proverb
Forewarned, Forearmed
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Having advance notice or prior knowledge of upcoming difficulties allows one to prepare effectively.
In context
01
Knowing the state banquet required strict formal attire allowed us to tailor our tuxedos in advance; forewarned, forearmed.
02
She packed an emergency sewing kit and stain remover for the fashion tour, thinking: forewarned, forearmed.
Synonyms
prior knowledge is power,advance preparation,prevention is better than cure
Antonyms
caught off guard,blindsided,unprepared
Collocations
rule of forewarned,forearmed; remember forewarned,forearmed; act on forewarned