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Shakespeare Speak
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Translation
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Anon
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At once
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Art
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Are
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Ay
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Yes
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Cousin
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Any relative
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Doth
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Does
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Ere
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Before
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Hark
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Listen
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Hath
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Have / has
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Hither
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Near or to a place
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I’
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In
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Nay
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No
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O’
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Of
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O’er
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Over
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Pray
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Please
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Prithee
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Please
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Quoth
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Said
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Shalt
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Shall
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Sooth
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Truth
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Th’
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The
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Thee
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You
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Thine
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Yours (possessive)
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Till
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Until
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‘tis
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It is
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Whence
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What, where, or when
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Wherefore
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Why
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Whither
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Where (from where)
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Withal
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Within / inside
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Wrought
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Made
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Thou
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You (informal)
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Thy
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Your
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This is a pseudo-dictionary to use for translating
Shakespeare. These are some
of the most common words used throughout his plays.
When translating scenes, use this guide as an aid.
You will also be responsible for knowing these terms as they will
most likely appear on quizzes and tests.
Happy translating!!
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