brevity is the soul of wit

Proverb

Conciseness of expression is an essential characteristic of astute, perceptive, or witty remarks.

Japanese Meaning

簡潔な表現こそが、機知に富む発言の本質である。 / 余計な言葉を省くことが、鋭い洞察や知性を示す鍵である。

When writing instructions, remember that brevity is the soul of wit, so keep your steps clear and concise.

指示を書くときは、簡潔さこそが機知の本質だということを心に留め、手順を明確かつ簡潔に保ってください。

Sense（1）

Conciseness of expression is an essential characteristic of astute, perceptive, or witty remarks.

Polonius: My liege, and madam, to expostulate

What majesty should be, what duty is,

Why day is day, night night, and time is time,

Were nothing but to waste night, day and time.

Therefore, since brevity is the soul of wit,

And tediousness the limbs and outward flourishes,

I will be brief: your noble son is mad.