Quoth

usgb/kwəʊθ/
verb

Said, it is used to introduce a direct speech or a quotation.

'Fear not, friend,' quoth the Cat.
Visual representation of "quoth" - Said, it is used to introduce a direct speech or a quotation.

Often appears as...

  • 'quoth he
  • ' 'quoth she

Usage tips

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Literary

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Archaic Usage

Quoth is no longer used in everyday conversation, but can be found in historical texts.

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Quoth the raven, 'Nevermore.'
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Literary Flavor

Using 'quoth' adds an old-fashioned or poetic touch to writing or storytelling.

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And then quoth the knight, 'Forsooth, I shall prevail!'
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Direct Quotations

'Quoth' introduces a quoted sentence and is often followed by the person or character who spoke.

Illustration for Direct Quotations
'I shall return anon,' quoth he.
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