replay
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /rɪˈpleɪ/
KK: /rɪˈpleɪ/
noun
Definition
A repetition of something that has already been played, often used in sports or media to show a moment again.
Example
The referee asked for a replay of the last goal to check for any fouls.
Conversation
Did you see that last game?
Yeah, the replay showed some amazing moments!
I can't believe how close that finish was.
Right? I had to watch the replay twice to catch everything!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
recap
rerun
replay
Antonyms
original
premiere
debut
transitive verb
Definition
To play something again, such as a game, video, or audio recording.
Example
After watching the movie, I decided to replay my favorite scene.
Tense Forms
Past: replayed
Past Participle: replayed
Conversation
Did you see that last game?
Yeah, it was amazing!
I wish we could replay it to catch all the highlights.
Root Explanation
Replay → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "play" (from Old English "plegian", meaning to engage in activity or amusement). The word "replay" means to play something again or to engage in an activity once more.
Memory Tip
Think of doing something 'again' ('re-') that you enjoyed doing before ('play'). This helps you remember that 'replay' means to engage in the same activity once more.
Visually Confused Words
repay
relay
reslay
repray
prepay
rely
redisplay
play