empty vessels make (the) most noise

empty vessels make (the) most noise

Foolish, unwise, or stupid people are the most talkative. Of course silly old Aunt Helen babbles constantly—empty vessels make the most noise.

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empty vessels make most noise (or sound)

those with least wisdom or knowledge are always the most talkative. proverb

Vessel here refers to a hollow container, such as a bowl or cask, rather than a ship.

See also: empty, make, most, noise, vessel

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