Dictionary Quote by David Bowie
“Don’t you love the Oxford Dictionary? When I first read it, I thought it was a really really long poem about everything.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1975, David Bowie on language, null
Bowie's whimsical admiration for the dictionary highlights how language can feel poetic and boundless.
In simple terms: Seeing language as a poem.
Key Takeaway
Embrace curiosity about words.
Themes
language
creativity
playfulness
Mood
playful
reflective
Type
inspirational
humorous
When to use this quote
- reading
- writing
- education
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
poetics
lexicography
Questions to Reflect On
- How does poetic language change perception?
- What words inspire you most?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical utility of dictionaries.