Quote by Virginia Woolf

Humor is the first of the gifts to perish in a foreign tongue.

Humor is the first of the gifts to perish in a foreign tongu

Summary

This quote suggests that humor is often lost or diminished when it is translated into a different language or culture. Humor is heavily reliant on nuances, wordplay, and cultural references that may not translate well. As a result, when humor is expressed in a foreign language, some of its original meaning or comedic effect can be lost, thereby diminishing its impact. This quote emphasizes the challenges and limitations of conveying humor across different languages and highlights the importance of understanding the cultural context for effective humor communication.

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By Virginia Woolf

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