In Samuel Beckett's "Watt," the author reflects on the oddity of how we perceive fullness and emptiness. He suggests that people often describe something as full, even when it isn't genuinely full, while they rarely say something is empty unless it is entirely devoid of content. This distinction highlights the complexities of our language and perceptions regarding states of being.

Beckett further elaborates that when filling a vessel, the act rarely results in perfect fullness, as overfilling can lead to inconvenience. In contrast, emptying a container is usually a thorough process, one that can involve vigorous actions to ensure it is completely void of its contents. His observations offer insight into the nuances of how we define and interact with physical states, emphasizing the differences in our approaches to filling and emptying.