reproduce
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˌriːprəˈdjuːs//
KK: /riˈpruz/
intransitive verb
Definition
To create new individuals of the same kind or to make a copy of something.
Example
Some animals can reproduce quickly in the right conditions.
Tense Forms
Past: reproduced
Past Participle: reproduced
Conversation
Did you know that some animals can reproduce without a mate?
Really? I had no idea that was even possible.
Yeah, it's fascinating how nature works, right?
Absolutely! It’s amazing to learn how different species reproduce.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
breed
duplicate
replicate
Antonyms
cease
stop
halt
transitive verb
Definition
To create something again or to make a copy of something.
Example
Scientists can reproduce the results of their experiments to verify their findings.
Tense Forms
Past: reproduced
Past Participle: reproduced
Conversation
Have you ever tried to reproduce that painting from art class?
Not really, but I always wanted to give it a shot.
I think it would be fun to see how well we can reproduce it together.
Root Explanation
Reproduce → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "producere" (meaning to lead forth or bring forth). The word means to bring forth again or to create again.
Memory Tip
Think of 'bringing forth' ('producere') something 'again' ('re-') — that's why reproduce means to create something again.
Visually Confused Words
produce
producer
produced
reintroduce
reduce
overproduce
foreproduct