Cauliflower Quote by Virginia Woolf
“I prefer men to cauliflowers”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Mrs Dalloway, 1925
The speaker values men over vegetables, using cauliflowers as a metaphor for something less desirable.
In simple terms: Prefers men to vegetables.
Key Takeaway
Recognize metaphorical language.
Themes
gender
preference
metaphor
Mood
wry
playful
Type
literary
humorous
When to use this quote
- personal taste
- cultural commentary
- humor
- satire
Key Concepts
symbolism
literary critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the cauliflower symbolize?
- Why contrast men with vegetables?
A Different Perspective
The statement may be a tongue‑in‑cheek critique, not a literal preference.
