Example: No dir-ne ni ase ni bèstia quan parla amb respecte.
Definition
"No dir-ne ni ase ni bèstia" is a Catalan expression used to describe speaking about someone with great respect, without calling them names or insulting them in any way. It implies treating others with dignity and avoiding offensive language.
Translations
To say nothing useful
No decir ni una cosa ni otra
Niets zinnigs zeggen
Ne rien dire d'utile
Nichts Vernünftiges sagen
Etymology
The expression "No dir-ne ni ase ni bèstia" literally means 'not to call him a donkey or a beast.' It comes from traditional Catalan sayings that emphasize respectful speech by avoiding animal-related insults. Did you know? In many cultures, calling someone a donkey or a beast was a common way to insult, so this phrase highlights the opposite approach.
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To say nothing useful