Tigger, the exuberant and ever-bouncing character from A.A. Milne’s “Winnie the Pooh” series, is known for his infectious enthusiasm and unique outlook on life.
Tigger quotes are a delightful mix of humor, wisdom, and boundless energy that have resonated with audiences of all ages. Tigger even has some hilarious interactions with the stories Narrator.
From his signature catchphrases like “TTFN! Ta-ta for now!” to his reflections on the joys and challenges of life, Tigger’s words offer a charming and often insightful perspective on the world.
This article explores some of the most memorable and impactful Tigger quotes, celebrating the playful spirit and timeless appeal of this beloved character.
Winnie the Pooh (2011)
- “The most wonderful thing about Tiggers is I’m the only one!”
- “TTFN! Ta-ta for now!”
- “Climbing trees? Why, that’s what Tiggers do best! Only Tiggers don’t climb trees, they bounce ’em!”
- “I’m Tigger! T-I-double guh-er!”
- “Well, I gotta go now! I got a lot of bouncin’ to do! Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo!”
- “Bouncing is what Tiggers do best!”
- “The wonderful thing about Tiggers is Tiggers are wonderful things!”
- “You’ve got to love me for my bounce!”
- Winnie the Pooh: “Well I would go bouncing with you Tigger. Except I must count all these honey pots to be sure I have enough for winter. Oh let me get that please. Bother!” Tigger: “Hunny?! Oh boy, hunny! That’s what Tiggers like best… yuck! Tiggers don’t like hunny. That icky sticky stuff is only fit for Heffalumps and Woozles.”
- “I’m saving my best bounce for ole Long Ears!”
- “I don’t know, but I bet they’re (my manners) having more fun than I am.”
- “Why, certainly! And look, you’ve got the feet for it!”
- “Oh please, for goodness sakes, narrate me down from here!”
- “I always said Tiggers could climb trees. Not that it’s easy, mind you. Of course, there’s the coming-down too. Which will be difficult unless one fell, when it would be easy.”
- “It’s a dangerous path I bounce, but I bounce it alone. Because the Hundred Acre Wood needs a hero, Pooh Bear, and I’m the only one.”
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1977)
- “The wonderful thing about Tiggers is Tiggers are wonderful things!”
- “Their tops are made out of rubber, their bottoms are made out of springs!”
- “I’m Tigger! T-I-double guh-er! That spells Tigger!”
- “TTFN! Ta ta for now!”
- “Bouncing is what Tiggers do best!”
- “Climbing trees? Why, that’s what Tiggers do best! Only Tiggers don’t climb trees, they bounce ’em!”
- “I almost bounced clear out of the book!”
- “Tiggers never get lost, bunny boy!”
- “Oh please, for goodness sakes, narrate me down from here!”
- “I don’t know, but I bet they’re (my manners) having more fun than I am.”
- “The wonderful thing about Tiggers is I’m the only one.”
The Tigger Movie (2000)
- “The wonderful thing about Tiggers is Tiggers are wonderful things!”
- “Their tops are made out of rubber, their bottoms are made out of springs!”
- “I’m Tigger! T-I-double guh-er! That spells Tigger!”
- “Bouncing is what Tiggers do best!”
- “Climbing trees? Why, that’s what Tiggers do best! Only Tiggers don’t climb trees, they bounce ’em!”
- “Tiggers never get lost, bunny boy!”
- “Tiggers don’t like honey. That icky sticky stuff is only fit for Heffalumps and Woozles.”
- “Oh please, for goodness sakes, narrate me down from here!”
- “I don’t know, but I bet they’re (my manners) having more fun than I am.”
- “The wonderful thing about Tiggers is I’m the only one.”
- “Wait half a darn minute! It seems to me that most of these stories are about that silly old bear!”
- “But the most wonderful thing about tiggers is they’re jumpy, bumpy, clumpy, pumpy fun, fun, fun, fun, fun.”
- “They’re bouncy, trouncy, flouncy, pouncy fun, fun, fun, fun, fun.”
- “Well, I happen to know someone who’s extremely fascinatin’, not to mention handsome and debonair-y.”
- “There, now that’s a wonderful title! And speaking of wonderful things woo-hoo-hoo-hoo!” (doing the Whoop-de-Dooper, Loop-de-Looper, Ali-Ooper Bounce)
- “We just need to get you Tigger-ized.”
Christopher Robin Movie (2018)
- “I never thought about having a sidekick before.”
- “Aw, Tiggers never get lost, bunny boy!”
- “People say ‘nothing is impossible,’ but I do nothing every day.” (Though this is often attributed to Winnie the Pooh, it captures the whimsical spirit of the movie)
- “Well, I better be bouncing along now, chum! Cheerio! Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo!”
- “You’re the one that’s stuffed with fluff.”
Sad Tigger Quotes
Though we think of our beloved Tigger as energetic and happy, he does have a few sad moments. Tigger realizes he is the only tigger which means he doesn’t have a real tigger family.
There is nothing more devastating than when Tigger discovers his friends’ lie pretending they are his family.
- “I thought I was the only one.”
- “It’s a dangerous path I bounce… but I bounce it alone.”
- “Left behind? Why, that’s a horendemous thing to do to a guy.”
- “Ah, but Tiggers can’t climb down, uh, uh, because, um… oh, oh their tails get in the way!”
- “Yuck! Why do these Pooh Bears like this icky sticky stuff anyways?”
- “I’ve got a lotta bouncin’ to do! Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo! T-T-F-N: ta-ta for now!”
- “I almost bounced clear out of the book!”
- “I never thought about having a sidekick before.”
- “Somewhere out there, there’s a Tigger family tree full of my real Tigger family!”
- Roo: But isn’t the wonderful thing about Tiggers is that you’re the only one? Tigger: [patting Roo’s head] You betcha, Roo-boy.
Funny Tigger Quotes
Although there are sad moments, Tigger is mostly a happy and funny character. Here are some Tigger quotes that will make you wanna smile.
- “The wonderful thing about Tiggers is Tiggers are wonderful things!”
- “I’m Tigger! T-I-double guh-er! That spells Tigger!”
- “Tiggers don’t jump, they bounce!”
- “Climbing trees? Why, that’s what Tiggers do best! Only Tiggers don’t climb trees, they bounce ’em!”
- “Consider yourself pounced!”
- “Oh shucks! That was just one of my little bounces!”
- “You can’t bounce the bounce if you can’t even pronounce the bounce.”
- “Why, that’s no doo-hickey. It’s a thing-a-ma-bob.”
- “Watch me scare the stripes off of this imposter”
- “That’s why i repeat and repeat the wonderful thing about tiggers these tiggers are marvelous chaps. They’re loaded with vim and with vigor”
- “Look at those beady little eyes, and that preposterous chin, and those ridiculous striped pajamas.”
- “Tiggers are cuddly fellas. Tiggers are awfully sweet. Everyone else is jealous”
- “Once in a while someone crazy comes along…and here I am.”
Inspirational Tigger Quotes
- “The things that make me different are the things that make me, me.”
- “Life is not about how fast you run or how high you climb but how well you bounce.”
- “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.”
- “Put some bounce in your smile.”
- “We just need a leap of faith!”
- “The wonderful thing about Tiggers is I’m the only one.”
- “If you hit a bush or a tree you’ll fall, so do your best to avoid them all. It’s gonna be great!”
Tigger Quotes About Love and Friendship
- “Your friendship is the best present ever. It’s better than a brand new bike.”
- “All the things that we do wouldn’t be as much fun without you.”
- “That’s the story of you and me. From the beginning, we were meant to be.”
- “I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Never, no, never. Your friendship is the best present ever.”
- “Buddy, if you’re gonna pounce, you’ve got to have some bounce!”
- “It’s gonna be great! Gonna be two pals hunting in the woods, and we’ll show that Backson we got the goods! It’s gonna be great, it’s gonna be great!”
What Are Some Interesting Facts About Tigger?
What is Tiggers famous line?
“The wonderful thing about Tiggers is Tiggers are wonderful things!”
This line is part of Tigger’s signature song, which celebrates his unique and bouncy nature. It captures his playful and self-confident personality, making it one of the most memorable quotes associated with him. You can find this line in various “Winnie the Pooh” books and adaptations, including “The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh” and “The Tigger Movie.”
How does Tigger say bye?
“TTFN! Ta-ta for now!”
This cheerful and bouncy farewell is quintessentially Tigger, reflecting his energetic and optimistic personality. It’s a line that appears in various “Winnie the Pooh” stories and adaptations, adding to Tigger’s charming and playful character.
What is Tigger famous for?
Tigger is famous for his colors, black, white and orange and his stripes. He is also famous for his positivity, bouncing, and energy. He is a fun loving and hilarious character on Winnie the Pooh.
What does Tigger call his friends?
Tigger calls all of his friends Buddy. This includes Roo, Eeyore, Pooh Bear, Owl, and Piglet. Tigger calls Rabbit Long Ears.
Who is Tiggers best friend?
Arguably, Roo is Tigger’s best friend and big brother figure. Tigger also spends a lot of time with Eeyore as well.
Why is Tigger called Tigger?
Tigger is called Tigger due to his energetic and bouncy personality. The name “Tigger” itself comes from A.A. Milne’s original “Winnie-the-Pooh” stories.
A.A. Milne’s son, Christopher Robin, had a stuffed animal Tiger that Tigger was named after. Tigger first appears in “The House at Pooh Corner,” the second volume of Milne’s beloved series, published in 1928.
How does Tigger say his name?
Tigger always spells his name, “T-I-double guh-er!”. He Introduces himself saying “Glad to meet ya! Name’s Tigger. T-I-double guh-er! That spells Tigger!”
Who does Tigger live with?
Tigger lives in the Hundred Acre Woods with Kanga and Roo.
What was Tiggers catchphrase?
Tigger has many famous catchphrases. Two of the most commonly known are “TTFN” and “the wonderful thing about tiggers”.
What are the last lines of Winnie the Pooh?
The last line is “But wherever they go, and whatever happens to them on the way, in that enchanted place on the top of the Forest a little boy and his Bear will always be playing.”
Where Can You Meet Tigger at Disney World?
Winnie the Pooh fans are in luck, you can meet Tigger and his animal friends at Walt Disney World!
Fantasyland
You can meet Winnie the Pooh and Tigger at the Thotful Spot near the Many Adventures of Winnie Pooh ride in Magic Kingdom. You can even meet the characters in their special costumes during special events at this same location.
The Crystal Palace Restaurant
You can meet Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, and Eeyore at this character breakfast in Magic Kingdom.
EPCOT
Winnie the Pooh and Tigger sometimes appear in EPCOT as well. These aren’t planned visits, but you can often find Tigger near the American Pavilion at EPCOT.
Tigger is one of my favorite characters for his fun and whimsical personality. Which Tigger Quote is your favorite?
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