suum cuique

[ soo-oom kooi-kwe; English soo-uhm kahy-kwee, kwahy-, kwee-kwe ]

Latin.

1. to each his own; to each what rightfully belongs to him.

Example Sentences

They are the German translation of the Roman law maxim Suum cuique, incorporated not just into German law but legal systems across Europe.

From The Guardian

It is often held, however, that there is a positive as well as a negative side to justice, and the two sides are respectively expressed in the formulas: Neminem laede and suum cuique—Hurt no one and give every one his due.

From Project Gutenberg

That they shall promise to be just, chaste, and to protect and support Widows and Orphans, according to their motto, Suum cuique.

From Project Gutenberg

A Star of Silver is embroider'd on the Coat; and in the middle of it is an Orange Escutcheon, over which is a black Eagle crown'd with Wings display'd, holding in one of its Talons a Crown of Laurel, and in the other a Thunder-bolt, with the Motto, Suum cuique, in Letters of Gold.

From Project Gutenberg

In Thursday's number a contributor asked the man who had signed himself "Suum cuique," if it meant "For every pig."

From Project Gutenberg