Quote by Virginia Woolf

Language is wine upon the lips

Language is wine upon the lips

Summary

This quote suggests that language has a similar effect as wine. Just as wine enhances the taste on the lips, language enhances communication by adding flavor, depth, and beauty to our words. It implies that language, like wine, can have a positive and intoxicating impact on the people who hear it, making it more enjoyable and memorable.

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