A still tongue keeps a wise head meaning
What does the saying 'A still tongue keeps a wise head' mean?
Idiom: A still tongue keeps a wise head
Meaning:
Wise people don't talk much.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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