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production

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /prəˈdʌkʃən/

KK: /prəˈdʌkʃən/

noun
Definition

The act of creating or making something, especially in large amounts, or a specific work of art or performance.


Example

The new production of the play received rave reviews from critics.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen the new production at the theater?
Sloth B
No, I haven't! What's it about?
Sloth A
It's a musical that really showcases the talent of the cast and crew in the production.
Sloth B
That sounds amazing! We should definitely go together.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
creation
output
product
Antonyms
destruction
loss
failure
Root Explanation

Production → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning forward) and "ducere" (meaning to lead). The word refers to the act of leading something forward, particularly in the context of creating or manufacturing goods.

Memory Tip

Think of 'leading forward' ('pro-') to create something ('ducere') — that's why production means the process of creating or manufacturing.

Visually Confused Words
reproduction
proreduction
proeducation
proauction
preconduction
nonproduction
reduction
proaction
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