Britain Quote by Miriam Margolyes
“I think Britain is a bit class-ridden. People tend to be judged by how rounded their vowels are.”
About This Quote
Social judgments often rely on superficial traits like accent, revealing class bias.
In simple terms: People judge by speech, reflecting class prejudice.
Question assumptions based on accents.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- job interviews
- social gatherings
- media representation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your own speech affect judgments?
- Can you recognize class bias in everyday life?
Accent bias can overlook deeper qualities and talent.