Silence is golden meaning
What does the saying 'Silence is golden' mean?
Idiom: Silence is golden
Meaning:
It is often better to say nothing than to talk, so silence is golden.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
All idioms have been editorially reviewed, and submitted idioms may have been edited for correctness and completeness.
« Previous: Signed, sealed and delivered
Next: Silly goose »
Similar Idioms
- Golden rule
- Kill the goose that lays the golden egg
- Golden handshake
- Golden touch
- Golden opportunity
Idiom eBooks from UsingEnglish.com
Download our curated lists of idioms in PDF format - perfect to use offline for reference or for use in class!
If you have a question about idioms, ask us about it in our Idioms Discussion Forum.
If you know of an idiom that you would like to be listed here, please use our online form to suggest an idiom.
See also:
- View examples in Google: Silence is golden
- Idiom Quizzes