tong kosong nyaring bunyinya

Indonesian

Etymology

Literally "[an] empty barrel [makes] loud noise".

Proverb

tong kosong nyaring bunyinya

  1. (idiomatic) stupid people usually talk big; empty vessels make the most sound
    Synonym: air beriak tanda tak dalam

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