Quotation

usgb/kwəʊˈteɪʃn/
noun

A sentence or phrase from a book, speech, etc. that you repeat because it is interesting or wise.

He included several quotations from the poet's work in his essay.
Visual representation of "quotation" - A sentence or phrase from a book, speech, etc. that you repeat because it is interesting or wise.

Often appears as...

  • direct quotation
  • indirect quotation
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Attribution Essential

Always credit the original author when you use a quotation to avoid plagiarism.

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As Helen Keller said in her quotation, 'Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.'
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Cite to Clarify

Use quotations to provide authority or clarity to your argument in writing.

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In my essay, I used a Shakespeare quotation to emphasize the point.
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Match the Tone

Choose quotations that match the tone of your writing, whether formal, informal, humorous, or solemn.

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For a touch of humor, I added a Mark Twain quotation to my speech.
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