Care Quote by Miguel de Cervantes
“Do but take care to express yourself in a plain, easy Manner, in well-chosen, significant and decent Terms, and to give a harmonious and pleasing Turn to your Periods: study to explain your Thoughts, and set them in the truest Light, labouring as much as possible, not to leave them dark nor intricate, but clear and intelligible.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes, 1605
Clear, plain language makes ideas understandable and persuasive, avoiding unnecessary complexity.
In simple terms: Speak simply and clearly.
Key Takeaway
Use simple, clear language.
Themes
communication
clarity
writing
Mood
thoughtful
educational
Type
advice
instructional
When to use this quote
- teaching
- public speaking
- writing essays
- business presentations
Key Concepts
rhetoric
plain language
effective expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance simplicity with depth?
- When is elaborate language necessary?
A Different Perspective
Complex ideas may need nuance that simplicity can omit.
