The idiom "if the cap fits" likely originates from the practice of wearing hats or caps that fit properly. In traditional British and European culture, wearing a hat was often considered a sign of respectability and social status. If a cap fit well, it was seen as a good match for the wearer's head and personality. Therefore, the phrase evolved to mean that if something said about someone applies to them, especially if they are present, they should accept it or acknowledge it.

Définition et signification de « if the cap fits » en anglais

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