The phrase â??children should be seen and not heardâ?? can be traced back to sayings that were created by an Augustinian clergyman in 1450. This clergyman wrote this saying and many others in a collection of homilies called Mirkâ??s Festival.
The phrase "children should be seen and not heard" is an old English proverb dating back to the 15th century. It reflects a traditional belief that children should be quiet and respectful in the presence of adults. The phrase is often used to emphasize the importance of children showing proper manners and not interrupting adult conversations.
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It's seen & NOT heard- It means they should not interfere in adult conversation.
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because alot of adults in the uk still beleve in the old sayin "children should be seen & not heard
Not always. Even in the 21st century, there are parents who behave like the Victorian Era, thinking children should be seen and not heard. But maybe sometimes.
When you reach 18, you can move out and not invite him to your new house. Until then, children should be seen and not heard.
To preserve sound or vision so that it can be seen or heard again
Because servants should be seen and not heard.
Kids are both to be seen and heard
No. This was a time when the philosophy concerning children was they were to be seen and not heard. The father was in full control of the household and no one had money but him. In a wealthy household children had a nanny and a playroom. This is where they stayed and didn't roam the house or to be heard unless asked.
The saying (a proverb or aphorism) is "Children should be seen and not heard."The implication is that children, not understanding many things due to their inexperience, should not comment on, criticize, or analyze adult situations. Occasionally an innocent or naive inquiry will demonstrate some aspect of a situation or concept that is overlooked ("From the mouths of babes..."), but many times a lengthy explanation is needed to explain to a child exactly what is happening, although it may be obvious to adults.
I heard somwhere that its coming 22.11 but havn't seen it yet... ? If you're looking for the one with subtitles,it should come out on 11/23/07.