“The empty vessel makes the loudest sound.”
— William Shakespeare
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Simplified Meaning:
People who know the least often talk the most. Imagine an empty can versus a full one; the empty can makes more noise when you tap it. In the same way, someone who lacks knowledge or substance tends to be louder or more outspoken. For example, in a classroom, a student who hasn’t done their homework might speak up the most to hide their lack of preparation. To apply this to your life, try to listen more and speak less until you are sure of what you're saying. Quiet, knowledgeable people often have more valuable things to say when they do speak.
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