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All that glitters is not gold. ("glisters" in the original quotation)The world's my oyster. ("mine" in the original quotation)The be-all and the end-allMethinks the lady doth protest too much. (In the original, the "methinks" is at the end)Gilding the lily (In the original "to gild refined gold; to paint the lily")To be or not to be (infinitely parodied)Alas, poor Yorick.Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears.Cry havoc and let slip the dogs of war.Once more into the breachBand of brothersStar-crossed loversJealousy the green-eyed monsterWhat the dickensetc. etc.(Quotations from Shakespeare normally fill up a large percentage of the pages in a book of famous quotations.)
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Who Has Coined the Most English Words?
William Shakespeare - he coined many words and phrases - with bated breath (merchant of Venice) - - a foregone conclusion (Othello) -. His use of language also shaped today's language.
How has William Shakespeare had a lasting influence?
It has been four hundred years since he lived and worked, and most people have heard of him and, whether they know it or not, use phrases that he wrote and words that he coined.
What are three words probably coined by shakespeare?
to be or not to be
Why is William Shakespeare timeless?
Shakespeare wrote over thirty plays, many of which are considered among the best in the history of the theater. He wrote over a hundred and fifty sonnets, among the greatest in the English language. Many words and phrases Shakespeare coined have become household words, a phrase Shakespeare coined. His plays have been in continual revival since they were first produced. He has been translated into almost every language on the planet. He is taught in English, literature, drama, and theater classes, not only in the English-speaking world, but in the entire world. He is The Man. Shakespeare Rocks!
Who coined the word swagger?
Shakespeare was the first who used it in "A Midsummer Night's Dream".
What are new words or phrases form by kids?
A newly coined word or phrase is called a neologism.
What famous phrases were coined during the space race and arms race?
mutually assured destruction
Were telescopes around with William Shakespeare?
The word "telescope" was coined for Galileo's invention in 1611, five years before Shakespeare's death.
Who created the Korean alphabet?
It was created in the Joseon Dynasty and was coined by Ju Sigyeong in 1446 king segong
Why IS Williams Shakespeare important?
His stories (most of which were not original to him) and the words he had his characters say (which were very original and characteristic) are so well known that they are constantly alluded to. Ask anyone to name a play, and odds are they will name one of Shakespeare's. People constantly use phrases he created and words he coined. He has a special place in the history of drama as well. His characterization and use of dramatic subtext raised the bar considerably for the production of serious dramatic works. It is a bar which few have reached.
What does it mean to be shanghied?
It is to be kidnapped & put to work as a sailor on ship -or die. The term was coined due to the practice having been popularized in Shanghai.
How did William Shakespeare affect the world?
Shakespeare created over 3000 words and/or phrases that we use in our everyday speech. Examples: One fell swoop, fashionable, eyeball, wild goose chase.. and so many more. He's said to be the biggest influence in the English language than any other writer in history.
