"monkey see, monkey do" meaning in All languages combined

See monkey see, monkey do on Wiktionary

Phrase [English]

Etymology: Monkeys are known for imitating others. Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} monkey see, monkey do
  1. A conventional explanation for mimicry, especially of a foolish action done with no consideration of the consequences. Translations (Translations): القرد يرى، القرد يفعل (Arabic), 人云亦云 (rényúnyìyún) (Chinese Mandarin), apina matkii näkemäänsä (Finnish), 猿真似 (sarumane) (Japanese), małpa widzi małpa robi (Polish), macaco vê, macaco faz (Portuguese), ¿dónde va Vicente? donde va la gente (Spanish)
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