Mercutio is Romeo's jovial friend in William Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet". He is known for his wit, humor, and loyalty to Romeo. Mercutio is a foil to Romeo, showcasing a different perspective on love and life.
Mercutio is Romeo's jovial friend in William Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet". He is known for his wit, humor, and loyalty to Romeo. Mercutio is a foil to Romeo, showcasing a different perspective on love and life.
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It doesn't mean anything. You scrambled it. Shakespeare has Juliet say,
"Romeo, I come! this do I drink to thee."
You see, Juliet thinks Romeo is dead. She wants to be with him in death. She tells Romeo she is coming, and drinks the poison, toasting dead Romeo with it.