Still waters run deep - what is that supposed to mean then?

Answer 1

It means never judge things by appearances.

Still waters may seem calm and harmless, but they run deep therefore can be quite treacherous.

People who stay calm and cool may seem harmless, but that does not mean that you can take them for granted or walk over them.

Answer 2

The strong, mature, developed person does not babble, just as deep waters can lie still on the surface: their movement lies deeper. We all know the opposite type: people who talk too much because they have nothing to say. It is a way of conveying several meanings, one of which could be that people who are laconic or cryptic could have things hidden in their life which they would prefer not to talk about, or that , bring very perceptive or learned, they usually mean much more than they say: their few words have depth, just as still waters do. The opposite in nature would be a shallow noisy brook running over stones.

Answer 3

It basically means that people who are quiet and don't talk a lot, and who may come across as having perhaps little interest or intellligence, often have very interesting, understanding, informed, intelligent thoughts and inquiring minds- they just keep them to themselves, take their time and are not prone to chatting at random. It also kind of insinuates that people who do talk a lot or always have the answers are not always very 'deep' or knowledgeable.
That's how I understand it anyway...

Answer 4

Generally referring to someone, it means that although they might not outwardly show any emotion /understanding /express opinions readily, inside /intellectually they are deep /profound etc
Often it refers to someone who has come up with something meaningful when others would not expect it due to their docile exterior.
Often the person is mysterious and can keep their cards close to their chest

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Answer 6

As an actress, It's one of the things I try to bring to my characters. A certain calm outwardly but exuding a sense of immense depth. I think I bring it off. Hope this helps.

Answer 7

Well, it doesn't have anything to do with water! LOL

It means that people are often thoughtful, introspective and intelligent.

Answer 8

it means that even though the person appears calm and perhaps shows little emotions they are actually very complicated inside. like someone who you just can't figure out. they give you very few clues on their personality.

Answer 9

It means that people that are introspective tend to be mysterious and with a hidden agenda. I think !!

Answer 10

it means its calm on the outside but you would be surprised whats under neath