'Potato. P-O-T-A-T-O-E.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A spelling of potato is given without context or apparent intent.
- In plain terms
- He spells potato letter by letter.
- What can you take from it?
- Clarify what you are trying to say.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is precise spelling important?
- What makes a message clear?
Another view
It lacks context or a clear point to make.
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