Shakespeare Quotes, William Shakespeare, the timeless master of words, gifted the world with plays, poems, and phrases that still echo through time. His quotes touch every corner of human experienceβlove, friendship, life, death, humor, and inspiration. Here, we bring you some of the best and most meaningful Shakespeare quotes with a rhythmic, poetic touch under each category, making them easy to reflect upon and share.
Shakespeare Quotes
πΉ βTo thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.β
πΏ βAll the worldβs a stage, and all the men and women merely players.β
π βWe are such stuff as dreams are made on, and our little life is rounded with a sleep.β
π βA fool thinks himself to be wise, but a wise man knows himself to be a fool.β
π« βThere is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.β
π Famous Shakespeare Quotes
π βSome are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.β
π βCowards die many times before their deaths; the valiant never taste of death but once.β
π βThe course of true love never did run smooth.β
β‘ βBrevity is the soul of wit.β
πΉ βWhatβs in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.β
π Funny Shakespeare Quotes
π€‘ βI am one who loved not wisely but too well.β
π· βBetter a witty fool, than a foolish wit.β
π βI do remember an apothecaryβ¦ and hereabouts he dwells.β (For all the forgetful ones!)
π βLetβs kill all the lawyers.β (Just kidding, lawyers!)
π βIβll teach you differences.β
πͺ Inspirational Shakespeare Quotes
π βIt is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves.β
π βOur doubts are traitors, and make us lose the good we oft might win, by fearing to attempt.β
π βThe miserable have no other medicine but only hope.β
π βBe not afraid of greatness.β
π βStrong reasons make strong actions.β
π Romantic Shakespeare Quotes
π βMy bounty is as boundless as the sea, my love as deep.β
πΉ βWith loveβs light wings did I oβerperch these walls.β
π βHear my soul speak: The very instant that I saw you, did my heart fly to your service.β
πΊ βWhen I saw you I fell in love, and you smiled because you knew.β
π« βShall I compare thee to a summerβs day? Thou art more lovely and more temperate.β
β°οΈ Shakespeare Quotes About Death
π βGolden lads and girls all must, as chimney-sweepers, come to dust.β
π βThe sands are numberβd that make up my life.β
π βDeath, a necessary end, will come when it will come.β
π βTo die, to sleepβ to sleep, perchance to dream.β
π βGive me my robe, put on my crown; I have immortal longings in me.β
π€ Shakespeare Quotes About Friendship
π βA friend is one that knows you as you are, understands where you have been, accepts what you have become.β
πΏ βI count myself in nothing else so happy as in a soul remembering my good friends.β
π¬ βWords are easy, like the wind; faithful friends are hard to find.β
πΆ βThy friendship makes us fresh.β
πΈ βKeep thy friend under thy own lifeβs key.β
π Shakespeare Quotes About Life
π βLifeβs but a walking shadow, a poor player that struts and frets his hour upon the stage.β
π βThe web of our life is of a mingled yarn, good and ill together.β
πΏ βSweet are the uses of adversity.β
π βWhat is past is prologue.β
π βEvery why hath a wherefore.β
β€οΈ Shakespeare Quotes About Love
π βLove looks not with the eyes, but with the mind, and therefore is wingβd Cupid painted blind.β
πΈ βThe sight of lovers feedeth those in love.β
π βI do love nothing in the world so well as you.β
π βSpeak low if you speak love.β
π βWho ever loved that loved not at first sight?β
β¨ Short Shakespeare Quotes
π βWe know what we are, but know not what we may be.β
π βParting is such sweet sorrow.β
π‘ βAll that glisters is not gold.β
πΏ βUneasy lies the head that wears a crown.β
π βBetter three hours too soon than a minute too late.β
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π Conclusion
Shakespeareβs words transcend centuries, speaking to hearts across all walks of life. Whether you seek love, laughter, wisdom, or reflection, his quotes offer timeless treasures to inspire and uplift. So, let his words dance through your days and remind you of lifeβs poetry!
β FAQ
1. Why are Shakespeareβs quotes still famous today?
Because they capture timeless truths about human nature, emotions, and relationships.
2. Which Shakespeare quote is the most romantic?
βShall I compare thee to a summerβs day?β is often considered his most romantic.
3. Can Shakespeareβs quotes be used in daily life?
Absolutely! Many quotes about love, ambition, and friendship fit perfectly in daily conversation or motivation.
4. Whatβs a funny Shakespeare quote I can use casually?
βBetter a witty fool than a foolish witβ is perfect for a laugh among friends.
5. Are Shakespeareβs quotes only from plays?
No, they also appear in his sonnets and poems, which are equally rich in meaning.
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