Quotes about men
Welcome to our Men collection, a tribute to the strength, character, and diverse experiences that shape the identity of men around the world. In this curated compilation of quotes, we delve into the unique perspectives, roles, and aspirations that define men, celebrating their contributions, challenges, and the richness of their stories.
Men are more than individuals; they are fathers, sons, brothers, and friends whose journeys traverse a tapestry of emotions, responsibilities, and growth. Our Men quotes honor the qualities of courage, vulnerability, and the complexities that make each man a unique and essential part of our global community.
Whether you're seeking insights into masculinity, intrigued by the roles men play in society, or simply captivated by the depth of human experience, these quotes offer glimpses into the diverse narratives that weave together to form the fabric of masculinity.
Embark on a journey that celebrates the pursuit of passions, the impact of mentorship, and the emotions that shape men's lives. Discover the stories of resilience, the evolving definitions of masculinity, and the interconnectedness that transcends cultural boundaries, reminding us that the experiences of men are as varied as the colors of the rainbow.
Alicia Machado
— ActressBut as I was saying, from my experiences, I think men tend to be more timid in expressing their feelings for you. Regardless, I always prefer a friendship first and foremost.
Jay-Z
— American rapper, songwriter, record executive, entrepreneur, and media proprietorMales shouldnt be jealous. Thats a female trait.
Ben Jonson
— English playwright and poetO! How vain and vile a passion is this fear! What base uncomely things it makes men do.
David Hume
— Scottish Enlightenment philosopher, historian, economist, librarian and essayistMen are much oftener thrown on their knees by the melancholy than by the agreeable passions.
Brooke Burke
— American television personality, fitness personality, author, actress, and businesswomanLatin men are the most passionate men in the world - they may not be the most aggressive, but they are very passionate, very romantic.
Ellen Douglas
— American authorBut why should I cast myself in the ancient female part of victim of men's plots and passions?
Alexander Pope
— English poet, translator, and satirist of the Augustan periodIn men, we various ruling passions find; In women, two almost divide the kind Those, only fixed, they first or last obey, The love of pleasure, and the love of sway.
Isaac Watts
— English Congregational minister, hymn writer, theologian, and logicianAmong all the accomplishments of youth there is none preferable to a decent and agreeable behavior among men, a modest freedom of speech, a soft and elegant manner of address, a graceful and lovely deportment, a cheerful gravity and good-humor, with a mind appearing ever serene under the ruffling accidents of human life.
Napoleon Bonaparte
— French military and political leaderMen are moved by two levers only: fear and self interest.
Herman Melville
— American novelist, short story writerNo town-bred dandy will compare with a country-bred one- I mean a downright bumpkin dandy- a fellow that, in the dog-days of summer, will mow his two acres in buckskin gloves for fear of tanning his hands.
Arundhati Roy
— Indian authorI am a woman who is a granddaughter of a lady who used to be beaten on the head by her husband, of a mother who went through hell because she was divorced and had to bring up these kids. And I can take 10 men out to lunch and pay the bill, and nobody even thinks twice about it. So don’t mess with me.
Alec Baldwin
— American actor, writer, comedian, film producer, and political activistMen are literally lying in bed with their wives when the marriage is essentially over, thinking, 'I've got to get the hell out of here', and have a fantasy woman in mind. Then you get divorced, meet a woman, marry her, and by the time all that goes by, you've aged a few years and are ready to go back to your ex-wife.
Yves Saint Laurent
— French fashion designerIf men wanted to look good in a skirt, they would need the body of an African. And the colour. A skirt with white, skinny legs. Horrible!
Gianni Versace
— Italian fashion designer, socialite and businessmanIn those days, when I was a little kid, I met the truer more authentic people of my life. The men were so pure, strong, honest, and faithful unto death - with an incredible sense of respect for a boss.
Adam Smith
— Scottish EconomistHumanity is the virtue of a woman, generosity that of a man.
Arthur Edward Waite
— American-born british pot and scholarli mystic vgo urote ekhtensiveli on otscult and esoteric mattersBehind the man is the Tree of Life, bearing twelve fruits, and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil is behind the woman; the serpent is twining round it.
Arthur Ashe
— American Tennis PlayerClothes and manners do not make the man; but when he is made, they greatly improve his appearance.
Alfred Lord Tennyson
— British PoetIn the long years liker they must grow; The man be more of woman, she of man.
Abraham Lincoln
— American PresidentIf you think you can slander a woman into loving you, or a man into voting for you, try it till you are satisfied.
Alice Dellal
— Brazilian ModelI like to be comfortable. And I think men tend to dress more comfortably than ladies. They can just put on a pair of jeans and a sweatshirt, and I like doing that. Comfort first.
Alber Elbaz
— Israeli fashion designerI always say that women are very strong and men are powerful. But beauty gives you both strength and power. I never think of it. It's just one of those natural things. It's the only thing I know how to do.
Alanis Morissette
— Canadian-American musician, singer, songwriter, and actressAlpha men are very turned on by the alpha woman, really high chemistry, really fun to work with, probably really fun to have affairs with, but there's not sustainable harmony in that lack of complement. There can only be one person in the driver's seat.
Abhinav Shukla
— Indian ActorMen get away with everything. But if a wife has an affair, she gets the blame. When husband has an affair The Other Woman' gets the bad name.
Abbey Clancy
— British ModelI'm constantly on the go and have found rushing round after a new born baby is the best form of exercise! I always remind myself that men appreciate a womanly shape and some curves!
A. N. Wilson
— English WriterIt is the woman - nearly always - in spite of all the advances of modern feminism, who still takes responsibility for the bulk of the chores, as well as doing her paid job. This is true even in households where men try to be unselfish and to do their share.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson
— American actor, producer, retired professional wrestler and former American football and Canadian football playerThe men I idolized built their bodies and became somebody – like Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger – and I thought, ‘That can be me.’ So I started working out. The funny thing is I didn’t realize back then that I was having a defining moment.
David Hume
— Scottish Enlightenment philosopher, historian, economist, librarian and essayistWhen men are most sure and arrogant they are commonly most mistaken, giving views to passion without that proper deliberation which alone can secure them from the grossest absurdities.
Alexander Pope
— English poet, translator, and satirist of the Augustan periodThere should be, methinks, as little merit in loving a woman for her beauty as in loving a man for his prosperity; both being equally subject to change.
Yves Saint Laurent
— French fashion designerI had noticed men were much more confident in their clothes. So I sought through trouser suits, trench coats, tuxedos, and pea coats to give women the same confidence.
Gianni Versace
— Italian fashion designer, socialite and businessmanPerfume puts the finishing touch to elegance - a detail that subtly underscores the look, an invisible extra that completes a man and a woman's personality. Without it there is something missing.
Alexander Pope
— English poet, translator, and satirist of the Augustan periodNo woman ever hates a man for being in love with her, but many a woman hate a man for being a friend to her.