“The more a man knows, the less he talks.”
— Voltaire
Simplified Meaning:
When someone knows a lot about a subject, they often speak less because they understand the depth and complexity of the topic. They know that things are not always simple and straightforward, so they choose their words carefully. For example, imagine a very experienced doctor. When a patient asks about their condition, the doctor might explain things clearly but briefly, without unnecessary detail. The doctor knows there is much that the patient won't understand or that science doesn't fully know yet. In everyday life, this means that wise people listen more and talk less because they are aware of how much there is to learn and how much they still don't know. If you want to be seen as knowledgeable, spend more time listening and thinking before you speak.
