Meaning
To be prone to revealing secrets or talking too much.
Cultural Background
Silence is often seen as a virtue. Being 'light-mouthed' is a social negative. Being 'loose-lipped' is seen as a lack of professionalism or loyalty.
Context is Key
Use this to warn friends, not to insult people in front of them.
Meaning
To be prone to revealing secrets or talking too much.
Context is Key
Use this to warn friends, not to insult people in front of them.
Test Yourself
Which person should you NOT tell a secret to?
Which person is dangerous for secrets?
A person who is 'light-mouthed' cannot keep secrets.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesWhich person is dangerous for secrets?
A person who is 'light-mouthed' cannot keep secrets.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is too judgmental for a superior.
Related Phrases
口が堅い
contrastTight-lipped
口が滑る
similarSlip of the tongue
