Quote by Mark Twain

I have traveled more than any one else, and I have noticed that even the angels speak English with an accent

I have traveled more than any one else, and I have noticed t

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker has had extensive travel experience and has observed a pattern - that even celestial beings such as angels, who are often perceived as perfect or beyond human flaws, speak English with an accent. It serves as a witty and insightful commentary on the universal nature of accents, indicating that linguistic nuances are prevalent among all beings, regardless of their status or origin. This statement might also underscore the notion that linguistic diversity is an inherent part of human and possibly otherworldly existence.

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