This phrase literally translates as 'To the land where you go, do what you see'. It's a piece of advice that means when you are in a foreign place, you should adopt the customs or behaviors of the people around you.
Examples
- Spanish: Si te mudas a México, recuerda: 'A la tierra que fueres, haz lo que vieres'. Asume las costumbres locales.
- English: If you move to Mexico, remember: 'When in Rome, do as the Romans do'. Take on the local customs.