Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something.
Always have something to say. The man who has something to say and who is known never to speak unless he has, is sure to be listened to.
Before I speak, I have something important to say.
Before I begin speaking, there is something I would like to say
Who was it who said that a wise man speaks when he has something to say, but a fool speaks because he must?
1953. Learn the art of Silence; the wise Man that holds his Tongue, says more than the Fool who speaks.
Students, when you want to say something, think about it three times before you say it. Speak only if your words will benefit yourselves and others. Do not speak if it brings no benefit.
Clearly she was expected to say something, but panic at having to speak stole the thoughts from her head.
Scars speak for you. They say you're strong, and you've survived something that might have killed others.
Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools, because they would like to say something. As empty vessels make the loudest sounds, so they that have the least wit are the greatest babblers.