How to Pronounce "quote unquote"
expression
ˈkwoʊt/ /ˈənˈkwoʊt
KWOHT un-KWOHT
kwˈəʊt/ /ʌnkwˈəʊt
kw-OHT un-kw-OHT
Definition
Used in speech to show that what you are saying is a direct quote or to indicate irony or skepticism about what is quoted. It's a way of highlighting the words, often to show doubt or disagreement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkwoʊt/ /ˈənˈkwoʊt
British English
kwˈəʊt/ /ʌnkwˈəʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KWOHT un-KWOHT
UK
kw-OHT un-kw-OHT
Listen in Context
He is a quote unquote expert, but I don't trust his advice.
This is the quote unquote best restaurant in town.
My boss gave me a quote unquote promotion, but nothing changed.
She says she's on a quote unquote diet, but I saw her eating cake.