keep a civil tongue in your head

US /kiːp ə ˈsɪv.əl tʌŋ ɪn jʊər hɛd/
UK /kiːp ə ˈsɪv.əl tʌŋ ɪn jʊər hɛd/
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bercakap dengan sopan, menjaga tutur kata

to speak politely and avoid rude or offensive language

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You need to keep a civil tongue in your head when talking to your elders.
Anda perlu bercakap dengan sopan apabila bercakap dengan orang yang lebih tua.
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Even when angry, try to keep a civil tongue in your head.
Walaupun marah, cuba bercakap dengan sopan.