In Hamlet, Shakespeare uses soliloquies to give us an intimate window into the protagonist’s mind. In the famous “To be, or not to be” soliloquy, Hamlet articulates his extreme internal conflict. The language is laden with metaphors and contrasts—life versus death, action versus inertia—which mirror his indecision and moral quandaries. Structurally, this speech stands apart from dialogue with other characters, emphasizing isolation as he contemplates existence. Thus, the soliloquy not only reveals Hamlet’s struggle with the nature of life and the ethics of suicide but also deepens our understanding of his overall paralysis in decision-making, reflecting the broader existential themes of the play.