Meaning of the word "after three days without reading, talk becomes flavorless" in English
What does "after three days without reading, talk becomes flavorless" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
after three days without reading, talk becomes flavorless
US /ˈæftər θriː deɪz wɪˈðaʊt ˈriːdɪŋ, tɔːk bɪˈkʌmz ˈfleɪvərləs/
UK /ˈɑːftə θriː deɪz wɪˈðaʊt ˈriːdɪŋ, tɔːk bɪˈkʌmz ˈfleɪvələs/
Phrase
A proverb suggesting that reading is essential for meaningful and interesting conversation; without it, one's speech lacks depth and substance.
Example:
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He felt his vocabulary shrinking and realized that, as the saying goes, after three days without reading, talk becomes flavorless.
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I need to pick up a book again; after three days without reading, talk becomes flavorless.