- What is the meaning of illegitimi non carborundum?
- What does nil desperandum illegitimi mean?
- Who first said illegitimi non carborundum?
What is the meaning of illegitimi non carborundum?
Illegitimi non carborundum is a mock-Latin aphorism, often translated as "Don't let the bastards grind you down". The phrase itself has no meaning in Latin and can only be mock-translated.
What does nil desperandum illegitimi mean?
NIL DESPERANDUM CARBURUNDUM. ILLEGITAMI. English translation:Don't let the bastards grind you down. Explanation: Very good motto to adopt for all aspects of life.
Who first said illegitimi non carborundum?
Illegitimi non carborundum
It originated early in World War II in British Army Intelligence. The mock latin phrase was adopted by US Army General “Vinegar” Joe Stilwell as his motto during World War II.