Meaning of the word quote in English

What does quote mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

quote

US /kwoʊt/

UK /kwoʊt/

repeat or copy out (a passage or statement) from a text or speech by another person

Example:

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She likes to quote Shakespeare in her essays.

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He quoted a line from the famous poem.

Synonym:

cite recite extract excerpt reproduce

state the estimated price of a job or service

Example:

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The mechanic quoted me $500 for the repair.

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Can you quote me a price for painting the house?

Synonym:

estimate bid tender charge name a price

a quotation from a text or speech

Example:

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The book begins with a famous quote.

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She included several interesting quotes in her presentation.

Synonym:

quotation excerpt extract passage line

a statement of the estimated cost for a job or service

Example:

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I received a quote for the car repair.

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Always get a written quote before starting any work.

Synonym:

estimate bid price tender costing

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