言こと葉ばを選えらぶ

expression, godan verb (-bu)

choose one's words carefully; be careful with one's words

Used when someone deliberately selects words to avoid offense, misunderstanding, or to be tactful. Often implies sensitivity to the listener or situation.

• 彼かれはいつも言こと葉ばを選えらんで話はなす。

  He always chooses his words carefully when he speaks.

• 上じょう司しの前まえでは言こと葉ばを選えらばなければ