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Communication Quote by John Millington Synge

“In a good play every speech should be as fully flavoured as a nut or apple.” quote by John Millington Synge
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“In a good play every speech should be as fully flavoured as a nut or apple.”

John Millington Synge

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Source Play: The Shadow of the Glen, John Millington Synge, 1903

Dialogue should be vivid and flavorful, enriching the audience's experience.

In simple terms: Speech should be vivid.

Key Takeaway

Craft speech with sensory detail.

Themes

writing theatre dialogue

Mood

creative analytical

Type

theatrical literary

When to use this quote

  • playwriting
  • public speaking
  • teaching
  • storytelling

Key Concepts

literary craft communication

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance flavor with clarity?
  • When does vivid language enhance a story?
A Different Perspective

Overly ornate language can distract from meaning.

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