Quote vs Quotation

Quote vs Quotation

Quote – is a verb and is defined as repeat or copy out words from a text or speech written or spoken by another person.

a. She gave the quote of Shakespeare while speaking.
b. He quoted a passage from the minister’s speech.

To give estimated a price or job or service.

a. They quoted him price money of 30,000 rupees if they win in the lucky draw.
b. The price quoted by the jeweller to repair the jewellery was of rupees 10,000

Quotation – is a noun and is defined as a group of words taken from a text or speech and repeated by someone other than the original author or speaker.

a. A quotation from Mr. Parker was given.
b. The book began with a quotation from Goethe.

A formal statement setting out the estimated cost for a particular job or service.

a. You must ensure that you receive a quotation covering all aspects of the job.
b. The company shall give you the quotation for work.

Read the following sentences and fill in the blanks with the right word.

1. He would ____________ the bible quite cautiously, but to tremendous effect.

a. Quotation
b. Quote
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2. The professor asked the students to ____________ the sources from where they took data while making notes.

a. Quote
b. Quotation
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3. My new life is surrounded by so many ____________ marks that they cancel each other out.

a. Quote
b. Quotation
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4. All responsible sources may submit a ____________ which shall be considered by the agency.

a. Quotation
b. Quote
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5. Some lenders ____________ you a true interest rate.

a. Quote
b. Quotation
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