Friendship is but a name.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Friendship lacks substance and is often just a label without real meaning.
- In plain terms
- Friendship is empty or fake.
- What can you take from it?
- Question the value of friendships.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes friendship real?
- Can names define relationships?
Another view
Many people experience deep and meaningful friendships.
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