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“Da je cutanje snaga, a govorenje slabost, vidi se i po tome sto starci i deca vole da pricaju.” quote by Ivo Andrić
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““Da je cutanje snaga, a govorenje slabost, vidi se i po tome sto starci i deca vole da pricaju.””

Ivo Andrić

About This Quote

Source Proverb: Serbian folk saying, oral tradition

Silence is strength, speech is weakness; elders and children both love to talk, revealing true character.

In simple terms: Silence shows power, talking shows weakness.

Key Takeaway

Value quiet strength over idle chatter.

Themes

silence power communication tradition

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

proverbial cultural

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • leadership meetings
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

cultural wisdom social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does speaking help more than staying silent?
  • How can you balance listening and speaking?
A Different Perspective

Silence can hide fear or avoidance.

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