How Do You Spell MISQUOTE?

Pronunciation: [mɪskwˈə͡ʊt] (IPA)

The word "misquote" is spelled with the prefix "mis-" meaning "incorrectly" and the root word "quote" meaning "to repeat or copy the exact words of someone else." The phonetic transcription of "misquote" is /mɪsˈkwot/, with the stress on the second syllable. The "qu" in "quote" is pronounced like "kw," and the final "e" is silent. Misquoting can happen intentionally or unintentionally, and it can be detrimental to one's credibility, especially in academic or professional settings.

MISQUOTE Meaning and Definition

  1. Misquote (verb):

    To misquote means to inaccurately reproduce or represent someone's exact words, usually by unintentionally or intentionally altering or distorting their original statement. It involves quoting or attributing words to a person that they did not actually say or misrepresenting the intended meaning of their statement. This can occur due to errors in recollection, misinterpretation, or deliberate manipulation of the original wording.

    Misquoting can lead to misunderstandings, as it falsely attributes words or ideas to a particular individual, group, or source. It can occur in various forms of communication, such as written articles, speeches, interviews, or social media posts. Misquoting may arise from a lack of accurate information, bias, or misleading intentions.

    In the realm of journalism, misquoting can be detrimental to a person's reputation and credibility, as their statements may be taken out of context or distorted. It is considered unethical and unprofessional for journalists, writers, or researchers to misquote their sources, as it compromises the integrity of the information being shared.

    To avoid misquoting, it is essential to carefully listen or read the original words, taking note of their context and intended meaning, and reproduce them accurately when referencing or incorporating them in any written or spoken form. Fact-checking and verifying sources can help ensure the accuracy and integrity of the information being disseminated.

  2. To cite or quote incorrectly.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for MISQUOTE

Etymology of MISQUOTE

The word "misquote" is derived from the combination of two root words: "mis-" and "quote".

The prefix "mis-" comes from the Old English prefix "mis-" or "miss-", which means "wrongly" or "badly". It is commonly used to indicate an incorrect or inaccurate action. It can also suggest a negative or negative connotation.

The word "quote" originates from the Late Latin word "quotare", which means "to mark or number". In English, it evolved to refer to the act of reproducing someone's words verbatim or citing them accurately.

Therefore, when combined, "mis-" and "quote" create "misquote", which means to inaccurately or wrongly reproduce someone's words or to mistakenly attribute a quotation to someone.

Similar spelling word for MISQUOTE

Conjugate verb Misquote

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have misquoted
you would have misquoted
he/she/it would have misquoted
we would have misquoted
they would have misquoted
I would have misquote
you would have misquote
he/she/it would have misquote
we would have misquote
they would have misquote

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been misquoting
you would have been misquoting
he/she/it would have been misquoting
we would have been misquoting
they would have been misquoting

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would misquote
you would misquote
he/she/it would misquote
we would misquote
they would misquote

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be misquoting
you would be misquoting
he/she/it would be misquoting
we would be misquoting
they would be misquoting

FUTURE

I will misquote
you will misquote
he/she/it will misquote
we will misquote
they will misquote

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be misquoting
you will be misquoting
he/she/it will be misquoting
we will be misquoting
they will be misquoting

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have misquoted
you will have misquoted
he/she/it will have misquoted
we will have misquoted
they will have misquoted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been misquoting
you will have been misquoting
he/she/it will have been misquoting
we will have been misquoting
they will have been misquoting

IMPERATIVE

you misquote
we let´s misquote

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to misquote

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was misquoting
you were misquoting
he/she/it was misquoting
we were misquoting
they were misquoting

PAST PARTICIPLE

misquoted

PAST PERFECT

I had misquoted
you had misquoted
he/she/it had misquoted
we had misquoted
they had misquoted

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been misquoting
you had been misquoting
he/she/it had been misquoting
we had been misquoting
they had been misquoting

PRESENT

I misquote
you misquote
he/she/it misquotes
we misquote
they misquote

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am misquoting
you are misquoting
he/she/it is misquoting
we are misquoting
they are misquoting

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

misquoting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have misquoted
you have misquoted
he/she/it has misquoted
we have misquoted
they have misquoted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been misquoting
you have been misquoting
he/she/it has been misquoting
we have been misquoting
they have been misquoting

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it misquote

SIMPLE PAST

I misquoted
you misquoted
he/she/it misquoted
we misquoted
they misquoted

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