Memorable Quotes from Juliets Nurse in Romeo and Juliet?

English · High School · Thu Feb 04 2021

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The Nurse in William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" is a character known for her humorous and bawdy language. Here are a few memorable quotes from Juliet's Nurse:


1. "Now, by my maidenhead—at twelve year old—

I bade her come. What, lamb! what, ladybird!

God forbid! Where’s this girl? What, Juliet!"


2. "Thou wast the prettiest babe that e'er I nursed.

An I might live to see thee married once,

I have my wish."


3. "Hie you to church. I must another way,

To fetch a ladder, by the which your love

Must climb a bird’s nest soon when it is dark.

I am the drudge and toil in your delight,

But you shall bear the burden soon at night."


4. "Faith, I can tell her age unto an hour."


5. "O, for a falconer’s voice

To lure this tassel-gentle back again!

Bondage is hoarse, and may not speak aloud;

Else would I tear the cave where Echo lies,

And make her airy tongue more hoarse than mine,

With repetition of my Romeo’s name."


These quotes showcase the Nurse's affection for Juliet, her colloquial and informal language, as well as her role as a humorous and endearing character in the play.