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What does Romeo mean when he says A gentleman nurse that loves to hear himself talk and will speak more in a minute than he will stand in a month?
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Mercutio because he's really talkative and won't shut up. :) your welcome. jk
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∙ 13y agoHe means that he is a man that likes the sound of his own voice, and talks more in one minute than most people in a month.
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What kind of friend was mercutio to romeo in act 1?
"A gentleman . . . that loves to hear himself talk, and will speak more in a minute that he will stand to in a month." (II, iv)
How does Othello and Romeo compare as characters?
Othello loves himself unlike romeo kills himself to be with Juliet.
Who talks a lot in Romeo and Juliet?
Different characters depending on how important their roles are in the scene. Sometimes the person that talks most is Romeo Juliet Mercutio CapuletMercutio is a character who likes to hear himself talk. After his long Queen Mab speech, Romeo tells him, "Thou talk'st of nothing" Later, in Act II Scene 4 he describes Mercutio as "a gentleman, nurse, that loves to hear himself talk and will speak more in a minute than he will stand to in a month."
Why does romeo hesitate to identify himself?
Juliet has just said she loves him but hates his name. Naturally he is reluctant to reveal his name to her.
What is the name of the women romeo loves in scene 2?
In Act 2 Scene 2 the woman Romeo loves is Juliet.
Who does Romeo say a gentleman that loves to hear himself talk?
Mercutio, who was being rude to the Nurse and she asked Romeo who that "saucy merchant" was.
When speaking to Juliet's nurse whom does Romeo describes someone as A gentleman that loves to hear himself talk To whom is he referring?
Romeo is referring to Mercutio when he describes him as a gentleman who loves to hear himself talk. Mercutio is known for his witty and verbose dialogue, often engaging in playful banter and showing off his intelligence and humor.
IN 'romeo and juliet' what type of character does murcutio have?
Mercutio, as his name shows, is mercurial, like quicksilver or the god Mercury or Hermes, with wings on his feet. He is a big talker. Romeo describes him as "a gentleman that loves to hear himself talk and who will say more in a minute than he will stand to in a month". He loves witty and playful banter, puns and dirty jokes. He is a bit of a troublemaker, by harassing the nurse and unnecessarily taunting Tybalt.
What kind of friend was mercutio to romeo in act 1?
"A gentleman . . . that loves to hear himself talk, and will speak more in a minute that he will stand to in a month." (II, iv)
How does Othello and Romeo compare as characters?
Othello loves himself unlike romeo kills himself to be with Juliet.
When speaking to Juliet's nurse whom does romeo describe in this way A gentleman that loves to hear himself talk?
Mercutio because he's really talkative and won't shut up. :) your welcome. jk
How would you describe romeo and his attitude toward love?
Romeo is very fickle when he comes to love. This is hinted at in the play when he at first loves Rosaline but quickly changes his love to Juliet the minute he sees her. I would say that he would be infidel quite quickly were he ever to involve himself in a serious relationship, but he killed himself so we'll never know.
What makes Mercutio so memorable a character?
Mercutio is memorable for his quick wit, humor, and fiery personality. His vibrant and animated presence livens up the play, bringing comic relief while also serving as a contrast to the impulsiveness and seriousness of other characters like Romeo and Tybalt. Mercutio's famous Queen Mab speech is a standout moment that showcases his imaginative and eloquent nature.
Who talks a lot in Romeo and Juliet?
Different characters depending on how important their roles are in the scene. Sometimes the person that talks most is Romeo Juliet Mercutio CapuletMercutio is a character who likes to hear himself talk. After his long Queen Mab speech, Romeo tells him, "Thou talk'st of nothing" Later, in Act II Scene 4 he describes Mercutio as "a gentleman, nurse, that loves to hear himself talk and will speak more in a minute than he will stand to in a month."
Why does romeo hesitate to identify himself?
Juliet has just said she loves him but hates his name. Naturally he is reluctant to reveal his name to her.
Who is Adam Spanier?
Adam Spanier is a gentleman that went to Penn State. He has described himself as a geek dad. He is also has a MD and a PH.D. he also loves to travel.
What is the name of the women romeo loves in scene 2?
In Act 2 Scene 2 the woman Romeo loves is Juliet.
