Definice a Význam "kind words will unlock an iron door"

kind words will unlock an iron door

used to suggest that using gentle language can help overcome difficulties and achieve goals as it can inspire trust in others and make them more receptive to suggestions and requests

Proverb

Example

The stubborn janitor had been refusing to fix the broken water fountain for weeks, but the principal knew that kind words would unlock an iron door, so he approached the janitor gently and respectfully and finally the janitor agreed to make the repairs.