The Economic Times

Greek proverb of the day: 'The tongue has no bones but it crushes...' - life lessons on communication, why you must think before you speak and why hurtful words leave lasting scars

Greek proverb of the day: Ancient Greek saying emphasizes the profound and lasting impact of words, even though the tongue is physically soft. The proverb The tongue has no bones but it crushes bones highlights how careless or cruel language can inflict deep emotional wounds, damage trust, and permanently alter relationships.