know thyself

English

Etymology

Calque of Ancient Greek γνῶθι σεαυτόν (gnôthi seautón), one of the Delphic maxims.

Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -ɛlf

Proverb

know thyself

  1. (also philosophy) Be aware of your own strengths and limitations.

Translations

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