Thomas Edward Brown Quotes

The best scheme of Phonetics is a stiff uncertain ... -Thomas Edward Brown

The best scheme of Phonetics is a stiff uncertain thing.

Thomas Edward Brown , Poet
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This quote expresses the idea that the study of phonetics (speech sounds) can be challenging and unpredictable. It implies that even the most comprehensive phonetic system may encounter difficulties or uncertainties due to the complexities of language and speech.

As I pass it, I feel as if I saw a dear old mother, sweet in her weakness, trembling at the approach of her dissolution, but not appealing to me against the inevitable, rather endeavouring to reassure me by her patience, and pointing to a hopeful future.

Thomas Edward Brown , Poet

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