Ask me Quote by Elizabeth Scott
“That's you, right?' he asks me. 'Yeah.' 'Cute. Not that I, uh, think little kids are cute. Just that you were cute. I mean, you can see how you turned out to be so...oh.”
About This Quote
A speaker compliments someone, then clarifies the compliment is about appearance, not the general cuteness of children.
In simple terms: Someone is praised for looking cute, not because children are cute.
Recognize specific appreciation versus generic statements.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dating
- casual conversation
- self‑esteem
- misunderstanding
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does focusing on appearance affect relationships?
- What assumptions are made about cuteness?
The comment may be misread as dismissive of children.