What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
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After studying the Hungarian language for years, I can confidently conclude that had Hungarian been my mother tongue, it would have been more precious. Simply because through this extraordinary, ancient and powerful language it is possible to precisely describe the tiniest differences and the most secretive tremors of emotions.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the deep appreciation for the Hungarian language and its ability to convey complex emotions.
George Bernard Shaw reflects on his experience learning the Hungarian language, stating that if it had been his first language, it would have held immense value for him. He highlights the language's complexity and richness in describing subtleties of emotion, thus emphasizing the significance of linguistic expression in understanding human feelings.
Themes
HungarianLanguageEmotionsExpressionAppreciation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used during a language workshop to highlight the importance of linguistic nuances.
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