Chess Quotes & Sayings

If you’re too busy working on your chess game to come up with a quote or saying for club or group, we’ve got your covered. We’ve put together a list of inspiring and clever chess slogans below. Pick your favorite or come up with your own and add it to one of customizable t-shirts—now make your move!

Creative Chess Quotes & Sayings

Move in Silence

“A Player Surprised is Half Beaten” – Chess Proverb

Pawn Save the Queen

Always Keep Your Next Move to Yourself

Chess Players Mate Better

I Play Morning, Noon, & Knight

“Choose your move carefully, in chess as in life.” – Unknown

You Can Only Beat Them If You Meet Them

Better Move Next Time

“I Never Lose. I either Win or Learn.” – Nelson Mandela

We’re All Being Played

Only Speak When It’s Time to Say Checkmate

“When you see a good move, look for a better one” – Emanuel Lasker