Cool MateQuote vs Repeat
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Quote
Top 1,000 (very common)B1verb
Repeat
Top 1,000 (very common)A1verb
| Quote | Repeat | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 //kwəʊt//🇺🇸 //kwoʊt// | 🇬🇧 /["/rɪˈpiːt/","/rɪˈpiːts/","/rɪˈpiːtɪd/","/rɪˈpiːtɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/rɪˈpiːt/","/rɪˈpiːts/","/rɪˈpiːtɪd/","/rɪˈpiːtɪŋ/"]/ |
| Meaning | To repeat someone else's words. | To say or do something again. |
| Example | She decided to **quote** the famous author in her essay. | Please repeat the instructions so everyone understands. |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 1,000 (very common) | Top 1,000 (very common) |
| CEFR level | B1 | A1 |
| Part of speech | verb | verb |
| Collocations | quote a passage, quote someone, quote a source | just, merely, simply, can only, be necessary to, need to, after, to, keep repeating somebody/something, just, merely, simply, can only, be necessary to, need to, after, to, keep repeating somebody/something, just, merely, simply, can only, be necessary to, need to, after, to, keep repeating somebody/something, just, merely, simply, can only, be necessary to, need to, after, to, keep repeating somebody/something, just, merely, simply, can only, be necessary to, need to, after, to, keep repeating somebody/something |
| Antonyms | misquote, ignore | stop, ignore, forget |
| Common mistakes | Confusing 'quote' with 'quotation' (the noun form)., Using 'quote' without specifying the source., Incorrectly using 'quote' in passive voice. | Confused with 'replay' (for videos), Using 'repeated' instead of 'repeat' when requesting action, Misplacing the object, e.g., 'repeat me' instead of 'repeat this' |
| Usage notes | Used in academic, literary, and casual contexts. Avoid in informal speech unless referencing a well-known saying. | Use 'repeat' when asking someone to say something again. It's generally neutral and appropriate in most contexts, but avoid using in very formal writing. |
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Frequently asked questions: Quote vs Repeat
What's the difference between Quote and Repeat?
Quote: To repeat someone else's words. Repeat: To say or do something again.
Which is more advanced: Quote and Repeat?
Quote is the highest level, at B1, on the CEFR scale.
Are Quote and Repeat the same CEFR level?
Quote: B1, Repeat: A1 on the CEFR scale.
What part of speech are Quote and Repeat?
Quote: verb, Repeat: verb.
Can you show an example of each?
Quote: She decided to **quote** the famous author in her essay. Repeat: Please repeat the instructions so everyone understands.
Can I use Quote and Repeat interchangeably?
Not always. Quote and Repeat are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.