Feet Quote by Lorrie Moore
“When you were six you thought mistress meant to put your shoes on the wrong feet. Now you are older and know it can mean many things, but essentially it means to put your shoes on the wrong feet.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Lost World” by Lorrie Moore, 1995
The quote humorously reflects how language evolves and how meanings can shift over time, yet some core ideas stay the same.
In simple terms: Words change meaning but some ideas stay the same.
Key Takeaway
Embrace flexible thinking about language.
Themes
language
growth
humor
Mood
playful
reflective
Type
literary
humorous
When to use this quote
- learning new vocabulary
- teaching language
- writing creatively
Key Concepts
semantic shift
linguistic relativity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle words that change meaning?
- What does this say about personal growth?
A Different Perspective
Meanings can be ambiguous and context‑dependent.
