In this exchange from William Shakespeare's "Hamlet," Polonius inquires about what Hamlet is reading, prompting a simple and somewhat dismissive response from Hamlet. His reply, "Words, words, words," reflects his disillusionment and the complexity of his thoughts, suggesting that he finds the content meaningless or repetitive.

This brief interaction illustrates Hamlet's state of mind and his struggle with the weight of language and expression. It highlights the theme of existential questioning, where the abundance of words fails to provide clarity or answers, thus emphasizing Hamlet's internal conflict and philosophical contemplation.