Been Quote by Kristin Scott Thomas
“When I speak English, I've been told, I have this patrician way of speaking that's very irritating. It's the whole class thing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The English Patient, 1996
Her accent is perceived as aristocratic and irritating, reflecting class bias in speech perception.
In simple terms: Classy accent seen as annoying.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge classist judgments.
Themes
class
accent
bias
perception
identity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- social gatherings
- media interviews
- cross‑cultural communication
Key Concepts
sociolinguistics
classism
stereotype
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your own accent affect how others view you?
- What assumptions do you make about speakers from different classes?
A Different Perspective
Accents can be judged unfairly without considering personal style.
