Meaning of the word "be swift to hear and slow to speak" in English
What does "be swift to hear and slow to speak" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
be swift to hear and slow to speak
US /bi swɪft tu hɪr ænd sloʊ tu spik/
UK /bi swɪft tu hɪə ænd sləʊ tu spiːk/
Idiom
a piece of advice suggesting that one should listen carefully and think before responding
Example:
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In a heated argument, it is best to be swift to hear and slow to speak.
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He followed the proverb to be swift to hear and slow to speak during the negotiation.