The voice so sweet, the words so fair, As some soft chime had stroked the air; And, though the sound were parted thence, Still left an echo in the sense.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Sweet words create a lingering emotional echo after they are spoken.
- In plain terms
- Nice words stay in your mind even after you hear them.
- What can you take from it?
- Speak kindly because words leave a lasting mark.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What words have stayed with you?
- How do sounds affect mood?
Another view
Not all words leave a lasting impression.
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