親しき仲にも礼儀あり

したしきなかにもれいぎあり
Alternative writings: 親しき仲にも礼儀有り, 親しき中にも礼儀あり, 親しき中にも礼儀有り
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A proverb meaning that even among close friends one should observe politeness and decorum; familiarity doesn't justify rudeness.

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親しき仲にも礼儀あり、だから友だちの前でも最低限の節度は守ったほうがいい。

Even among close friends, there should be manners — so it's best to keep basic decorum even in front of friends.

祖母はよく『親しき仲にも礼儀あり』と言って、礼儀を大切にするよう教えた。

My grandmother often said '親しき仲にも礼儀あり' and taught me to value manners.