Home Quote by Harold Pinter
“I would never use obscene language in the office. Certainly not. I kept my obscene language for the home, where it belongs.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Harold Pinter on Workplace Conduct, 1995
Obscene language is reserved for private spaces; professional settings demand decorum.
In simple terms: Keep profanity out of work.
Key Takeaway
Maintain professionalism at work.
Themes
professionalism
language
workplace etiquette
Mood
neutral
reflective
Type
advisory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- office meetings
- client presentations
- team discussions
Key Concepts
communication
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- Is profanity ever appropriate at work?
- How does language affect workplace respect?
A Different Perspective
Some argue occasional profanity can relieve tension.
![“[I] shall never use profanity except in discussing house rent and taxes. Indeed, upon second thought, I will not use it then, for it is unchristian, inelegant, and degrading--though to speak truly I do not see how house rent and taxes are going to be discussed worth a cent without it.” quote by Mark Twain](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b42/mark-twain-22_cents_i-shall-never-use-profanity-except-in-di_2142983.jpg)
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away-from-home_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
