«قُصْرِ الْكَلَامْ مَنْفَعَهْ»

The proverb holds that brevity of speech, rather than total silence, brings real advantage. Few words leave less room for error, offense, or boredom, and a point stated plainly tends to land more clearly than one buried under elaboration.

It also carries a quiet judgment on talkativeness. Restraint in speech reflects good sense and self-control, while needless wordiness can expose a speaker to blame or reveal poor judgment.

Suitable when urging someone to get to the point, cutting short a rambling explanation, or commending a speaker who said only what was needed. It can sound like a gentle rebuke when aimed at a talkative listener.