reprise
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈpriːz/
KK: /rɪˈpraɪz/
noun
Definition
A return or repetition of something, often used in music to describe a repeated phrase or theme.
Example
The concert ended with a reprise of the popular song that everyone loved.
Conversation
Did you catch the reprise in that last song?
Yeah, I loved how they brought back the main theme.
It really added a nice touch to the performance.
Absolutely! It's like a reminder of the best parts.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
repetition
recurrence
return
Antonyms
departure
break
discontinuation
transitive verb
Definition
To repeat or continue an action that has been done before.
Example
The director decided to reprise the popular song in the final scene of the movie.
Tense Forms
Past: reprised
Past Participle: reprised
Conversation
I really enjoyed that concert last night.
Me too! I hope they reprise that song again in their next show.
Yeah, it was such a hit with the crowd.
Root Explanation
Reprise → It comes from the Old French 'reprise' (meaning a taking back or a return). The word refers to the act of taking something back or repeating something, especially in music or performance.
Memory Tip
Think of 'taking back' something — that's what reprise means, as it refers to returning to a previous theme or idea.
Visually Confused Words
rerise
reraise
rearise
emprise
resurprise
reappraise
prepromise
preapprise