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Quote Pronunciation

Quote is pronounced KWOHT, IPA /ˈkwoʊt/.

KWOHT

US /ˈkwoʊt/  ·  UK /ˈkwəʊt/

Syllables: KWOHT (1 syllable)

verb and noun: To repeat someone's exact words, or a price given in advance for work.

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Quote in a Sentence

  • He likes to quote his grandmother on the subject.
  • The plumber sent a quote the same evening.
  • She asked me not to quote her on that.

Common Mispronunciations of Quote

Not KOHT

The w glide after the k is part of the word. Without it you get coat.

Not KWOH-tuh

One syllable. Adding a second gives quota, which is an allowance rather than a quotation.

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