Definition
This idiom suggests that it is often best to say very little about a problematic situation, as discussing it further can make it worse; the less said about a delicate matter, the sooner it will be forgotten.
用来表示对于不愉快的情况,若人们停止谈论它,便能很快被遗忘。
It's best we keep quiet about the argument; least said soonest mended, after all.
关于这场争吵,我们最好保持沉默;毕竟,少说为妙。
I think we should avoid discussing this mistake further. Least said soonest mended, right?
我认为我们应该避免进一步讨论这个错误。少说为妙,对吧?
They didn't say much about the failed project; it seems they believe least said soonest mended.
他们对这个失败的项目没有多说什么;看来他们相信少说为妙。