Familiar Quote by William Shakespeare
“Give thy thoughts no tongue, nor any unproportioned thought his act. Be thou familiar but by no means vulgar.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Love's Labour's Lost, Act 5, 1598
He advises restraint in speech and thought, urging refinement without crudeness.
In simple terms: Speak and think carefully, avoid vulgarity.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate refined expression.
Themes
communication
self-control
refinement
etiquette
Mood
thoughtful
educational
Type
advice
literary
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- writing
- social media
- personal interactions
Key Concepts
literature
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance refinement and honesty?
- When is bluntness appropriate?
A Different Perspective
Over‑refinement can hinder authenticity.
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