what does it mean when someone says "Dont look a gift horse in the mouth"
2007-01-16 09:50:16 · 4 answers · asked by googleywoogley 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Trivia
It means, "don't question someone's motives who gives you a gift. Just accept it and be grateful."
Of course, the opposite saying is, "Beware of Greeks bearing gifts," referring to the Trojan Horse.
2007-01-16 09:53:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
The whole expression came form when people gave horses as gifts (back in the day). You can tell the age of a horse by looking at its teeth. So... make the connection.
2007-01-16 09:58:25 · answer #2 · answered by Melissa Zondervan 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
it means be thankful for the gift, dont question the person giving it.
2007-01-16 14:51:27 · answer #3 · answered by Melissa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't question on gift, always thanks
2007-01-16 09:58:36 · answer #4 · answered by wu n 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋