What Does "all's fair in love and war my friend" Mean?
Learn what "all's fair in love and war my friend" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
All's fair in love and war, my friend.
This means people excuse ruthless behavior when love or conflict is involved.
From A Love Once Betrayed, Episode 8
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker justifies harsh behavior by saying love and conflict play by different rules.
Usage Scenario
Use it to justify competitive or messy behavior in romance or conflict, though it can sound cynical. It is common as a saying, not a polite phrase.
Better ways to say it
All's fair in love and war.
All's fair in love and war, my friend.
Nothing is fair in love and war.
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