Meanings

prophetic writing (e.g. Biblical)

to exchange words

in plain words

to insult someone behind their back

saying all one has to say (usu. negative, e.g. complaints, insults, etc.)

to let someone say

(what) one is trying to say

it is certain true that ... (but)

official language

first language

frankly speaking

refined speech of the uptown residents of Tokyo

money talks

needless to say

it's tactless to state the obvious

it's easier said than done

good advice is harsh to the ear

silence is golden

be careful what you say

nobody knows the morrow