When you don’t know what you’re talking about, it’s hard to know when you’re finished.
Meaning of the quote
This quote means that if you don't really understand the topic you're discussing, it's difficult to know when to stop talking about it. You might keep going on and on without realizing that you're just repeating things or saying things that don't make much sense. It's important to make sure you have a good understanding of a subject before you start talking about it.
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