Proverbs vs. Quotes — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Proverbs and Quotes
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Proverbs
A short pithy saying in frequent and widespread use that expresses a basic truth or practical precept.
Quotes
To repeat or copy (words from a source such as a book), usually with acknowledgment of the source
Quoted lines from Shakespeare in his lecture.
Proverbs
Proverbs (used with a sing. verb) See Table at Bible.
Quotes
To repeat or copy the words of (a person or a book or other source)
Likes to quote Shakespeare when giving advice.
Proverbs
Plural of proverb
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Quotes
To cite or refer to for illustration or proof
Quoted statistics to show she was right.
Proverbs
An Old Testament book consisting of proverbs from various Israelit sages (including Solomon)
Quotes
To repeat a brief passage or excerpt from
The saxophonist quoted a Duke Ellington melody in his solo.
Quotes
To state (a price) for securities, goods, or services.
Quotes
To give a quotation, as from a book.
Quotes
A quotation.
Quotes
A quotation mark.
Quotes
Used by a speaker to indicate the beginning of a direct quotation
"He paused and said, quote, I don't care, unquote.".
Quotes
A dictum; a saying.
Quotes
Plural of quote
Quotes
Quotation marks.
Put his statement in quotes.
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