Ignorance Quote by E.B. White
““I remember a day in class when he leaned forward, in his characteristic pose - the pose of a man about to impart a secret and croaked, "If you don't know how to pronounce a word, say it loud! If you don't know how to pronounce a word, say it loud! "This comical piece of advice struck me as sound at the time, and I still respect it. Why compound ignorance with inaudibility? Why run and hide?””
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Elements of Style" (or similar essay)
Pronouncing unknown words aloud helps overcome ignorance and fear of speaking.
In simple terms: Speak out loud to learn words.
Key Takeaway
Speak aloud to learn.
Themes
learning
confidence
communication
Mood
educational
encouraging
Type
instructional
motivational
When to use this quote
- classroom settings
- public speaking
- language learning
- self‑study
Key Concepts
language acquisition
psychology
education
Questions to Reflect On
- When is silent listening better?
- How do you handle pronunciation anxiety?
A Different Perspective
May cause embarrassment in some contexts.
