1. Kwoʊts: This is the most common pronunciation and is used when referring to the act of quoting something, like a passage from a book or a person's words.
2. Kwōts: This pronunciation is less common and is typically used when referring to the quotation marks themselves, the symbols used to indicate a quote.
So, to clarify which pronunciation you need, consider the context of your sentence:
* "He gave me some great quotes for my essay." (kwoʊts)
* "I need to put those words in quotes." (kwōts)
Remember, both pronunciations are correct, so don't be afraid to use either one!