武士に二言はない

ぶしににごんはない
Alternative writings: 武士に二言は無い
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A proverb meaning 'a samurai does not go back on his word' — expressing that one should keep promises and stand by one's words.

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Examples

彼は約束を破らない。まさに『武士に二言はない』だ。

He never breaks his promises — truly 'a samurai does not go back on his word.'

あの会社は契約に忠実で、武士に二言はないという感じだ。

That company is faithful to contracts; it feels like 'a samurai does not go back on his word.'