Em geral, nos outros, os Portugueses, so comecamos a ser idiotas - quando chegamos a idade da razao. Em pequenos temos todos uma pontinha de genio.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Generally, other Portuguese become idiots only when they reach the age of reason; as children we all have a hint of genius.
- In plain terms
- Portuguese adults often become foolish after maturity, while children retain some genius.
- What can you take from it?
- Maturity can sometimes dull innate creativity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What causes the loss of 'genius' with age?
- How can societies preserve curiosity?
Another view
The statement is a sweeping generalization about a nationality.
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