MLA Citation Generator
Generate accurate Modern Language Association citations instantly. Search real academic databases and get perfectly formatted references.
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Why Use Our MLA Citation Generator?
Real Academic Databases
Search 250M+ works from OpenAlex, Semantic Scholar, and CrossRef. Every MLA citation is real and verifiable.
9th Edition Compliant
Automatically formatted according to the latest Modern Language Association guidelines. No manual formatting needed.
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Citations are formatted with proper italics, punctuation, and hanging indents. Ready to paste into your paper.
Example MLA Citation
Example formatted in Modern Language Association (9th Edition)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MLA Citation Generator free?
Yes, CiteMe offers a free tier with 10 citations per month. You can generate MLA citations instantly without creating an account. For unlimited citations, upgrade to Pro.
How accurate is the MLA citation generator?
Very accurate. CiteMe searches real academic databases (OpenAlex, Semantic Scholar, CrossRef) and formats citations according to the official 9th Edition guidelines. Unlike AI chatbots, we never generate fake citations.
What sources can I cite in MLA format?
You can cite virtually any source: journal articles, books, websites, conference papers, theses, reports, videos, podcasts, and more. Just enter your search query or paste a DOI/URL.
Can I export MLA citations to Word or Google Docs?
Yes! Simply copy the formatted citation and paste it into your document. CiteMe also supports BibTeX and RIS export for reference managers like Zotero and Mendeley.
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