Cool MateQuotation
UK /["/kwəʊˈteɪʃn/"]/US /["/kwəʊˈteɪʃn/"]/
Definition
a group of words or a short piece of writing taken from a book, play, speech, etc. and repeated because it is interesting or useful
In simple words: A group of words someone has said or written, often taken from a book or speech.
Examples
- She included a famous quotation from Shakespeare in her essay.
- The teacher asked us to find a quotation that illustrates the theme of friendship.
- In his book, he provides a quotation at the beginning of each chapter.
- The artist was inspired by a quotation that urged people to follow their dreams.
- When I need motivation, I often look for a good quotation to inspire me.
Usage notes
Used when referring to someone else's words. Ideal for essays or formal writing. Avoid in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
quotation + (of) + quote
Memory hint
Think of 'quote' and the 'tion' suffix, as in a 'collection of quotes'.
Collocations
- famous
- memorable
- direct
- take
- attribute
- cite
- come from something
- marks
- quotation from
- written
- free
- detailed
- give (somebody)
- provide (somebody with)
- supply (somebody with)
- quotation for
Synonyms
- estimate
Antonyms
- silence
- speechlessness
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'quote' — remember 'quotation' is the noun.
- Using it in informal contexts where it sounds too formal.
- Mistaking 'quotation' for just any statement — it's specific to cited sources.