Slang is the worn-out seat of the pants of language – Truman Capote

„Slang is the worn-out seat of the pants of language.“

Truman CapoteTruman Capote describes slang as the worn-out seat of the pants of language, an expression of informal communication.
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Truman Capote was an American writer and screenwriter.

This quote describes slang as the worn-out part of language, often informal and colloquial.


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Quote by Truman Capote about slang being the worn-out seat of the pants of language

Truman Capote was an American writer, screenwriter, and occasional actor. He gained recognition from the mid-1940s for his award-winning short stories. His notable novels include Other Voices, Other Rooms, Breakfast at Tiffany's, and The Grass Harp.

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