biết thì thưa thốt, không biết thì dựa cột mà nghe
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A proverb advising people to speak only when they have certain knowledge and to listen quietly when they do not know.
vi Ông tôi thường nhắc câu biết thì thưa thốt, không biết thì dựa cột mà nghe.
en My grandfather often reminded me of the proverb to speak only when knowledgeable and to listen when not.
A common saying that encourages honesty about one's knowledge and the value of learning from others by listening attentively.
vi Chúng ta nên biết thì thưa thốt, không biết thì dựa cột mà nghe để học hỏi thêm.
en We should speak only when knowledgeable and listen to others to learn more.