good talkers make good listeners
Proverb meaning that a person who speaks well is also a good listener; emphasizes the connection between communication skills and listening ability.
As the saying goes, 'good talkers make good listeners,' so it's important to first listen carefully to what others have to say.
Standard kanji spelling for this proverb.
Variant spelling without the okurigana し in 話し; less common but still seen.
A Japanese proverb combining 話し上手 (good at speaking) and 聞き上手 (good at listening). The exact origin is uncertain, but it reflects a common cultural value of attentive listening.