Meaning of the word "no wisdom like silence" in English
What does "no wisdom like silence" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
no wisdom like silence
US /noʊ ˈwɪzdəm laɪk ˈsaɪləns/
UK /nəʊ ˈwɪzdəm laɪk ˈsaɪləns/
Idiom
it is often wiser to remain silent than to speak, as silence avoids unnecessary conflict or the revealing of one's ignorance
Example:
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When the argument became heated, he remembered that there is no wisdom like silence.
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Instead of making a risky comment, she chose to stay quiet, believing no wisdom like silence.