If there’s one thing Keeping Up Appearances fans can’t get enough of, it’s Hyacinth Bucket’s dramatic reaction to her name being mispronounced. The BritBox compilation Best of Hyacinth Bucket’s Name Mispronunciation perfectly captures this comedy gold, and let me tell you—I’m obsessed with the drastic change in her facial expression every time someone dares to say “B-U-C-K-E-T” instead of her preferred “Bouquet.” It’s pure hilarity!
Picture Hyacinth in her signature polka-dot dress, pearls gleaming, ready to host a “candlelight supper” for the vicar. The doorbell rings, and a delivery man cheerfully announces, “Package for Mrs. Bucket!” Her face transforms in an instant—from poised and regal to a mix of horror and indignation that could stop traffic. “It’s Bouquet!” she snaps, her voice climbing an octave as her eyes narrow into a glare that could melt steel. I mean, the shift is so dramatic, you’d think someone had just insulted her prized Royal Doulton china!
This compilation is a treasure trove of such moments. Whether it’s a confused neighbor, a flustered postman, or even poor Richard accidentally slipping up, Hyacinth’s reaction never fails to crack me up. One of my favorite scenes is when a new neighbor innocently says, “Nice to meet you, Mrs. Bucket,” and Hyacinth’s smile freezes, her eyebrows shoot up, and her lips purse so tightly you’d think she’s trying to hold in a sneeze. “Bouquet,” she corrects, drawing out the word like she’s teaching a toddler how to speak French. It’s the same every time, and yet, it never gets old!
What makes these mispronunciations so funny is Hyacinth’s unwavering commitment to her image. She’ll stop at nothing to maintain her “upper-class” persona, even if it means correcting everyone within a 10-mile radius. Keeping Up Appearances wouldn’t be the same without her snobbish charm, and this compilation reminds us why we love her so much.
Have you watched this BritBox gem? What’s your favorite Hyacinth “Bouquet” moment? Drop your thoughts in the comments—I’d love to laugh along with you! Until then, let’s raise a dainty teacup to the queen of pronunciation corrections.
