Englishman Quotes
Wry observations on what it means to be an Englishman.
These quotes lean on national stereotype for comic effect - an Englishman who forms an orderly queue even when he's Alone, or one who turns from lamb to lion depending on how he's treated.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these Englishman quotes serious or comedic?
Mostly comedic - the queue-of-one line and the lamb-or-lion description both play on well-worn stereotypes about English temperament rather than offering serious cultural analysis.
What does "forms an orderly queue of one" mean?
It's a joke about the English reputation for queuing politely, exaggerated here to suggest the habit runs so deep that a single person will still line up as if there were others behind him. See Alone quotes for more.
What does "flattered, a lamb; threatened, a lion" describe?
It's describing a temperament that shifts sharply based on how someone is treated - mild and agreeable under praise, fierce under threat.
Why does one quote call England "the pinnacle" of an Englishman's career?
It reflects genuine pride in representing one's country, suggesting that reaching England, or succeeding there, can matter more than any individual achievement abroad.
Do these quotes compare Englishmen to other nationalities?
Only indirectly - for direct comparisons and other national character quotes, see American quotes.
