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UKman / woman / person of few words
/mˈan ɔː wˈʊmən ɔː pˈɜːsən ɒv fjˈuː wˈɜːdz/
/mˈæn ɔːɹ wˈʊmən ɔːɹ pˈɜːsən ʌv fjˈuː wˈɜːdz/man / woman / person of few words
[PHRASE]1
someone who avoids talking much and manages to convey their message in the most concise way possible
What is the origin of the idiom "a man of few words" and when to use it?
The idiom "a man of few words" arose in the early 17th century, likely based on the concept that a quiet and reserved person tends to speak less. It is used to describe someone who speaks sparingly or prefers to communicate concisely. It can be used to refer to individuals who are quiet or reserved in their speech, or to highlight someone's ability to express themselves effectively with minimal words.
Examples
1. My grandfather was a man of few words.
2. He is a man of few words, but he usually makes a lot of sense.
3. Despite being a woman of few words, Sarah was well-respected in her field because of her actions.
4. But who could possibly portray Snake Eyes, the man of few words who is the epitome of the classic strong, silent type?
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