1. word to the wise - Noun
2. word to the wise - Adverb
word to the wise (plural words to the wise)
(idiomatic) A brief piece of advice.
word to the wise
(idiomatic) Used to emphasis following as a piece of significant advice.
Well have fun, but, word to the wise, don't let your sister take control.
A word to the wise is enough. Plautus
A word to the wise is not sufficient if it doesn't make sense. James Thurber
A word to the wise is infuriating. Hunter S. Thompson
A word to the wise is sufficient. Arabic Proverb
Half a word to the wise is enough. Dutch Proverb
A word to the wise is enough. Italian Proverb