A1verb 1K

Repeat

🇬🇧 UK /["/rɪˈpiːt/","/rɪˈpiːts/","/rɪˈpiːtɪd/","/rɪˈpiːtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/rɪˈpiːt/","/rɪˈpiːts/","/rɪˈpiːtɪd/","/rɪˈpiːtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Repeat

to say or write something again or more than once

In simple words: To say or do something again.

Repeat in a sentence

• Please repeat the instructions so everyone understands.
• Can you repeat that last sentence?
• The teacher asked the students to repeat the poem.
• If you want to learn, you need to repeat the exercises.
• He likes to repeat his favorite songs on the radio.
• The experiment will repeat three times to ensure accuracy.

How to use Repeat

Use 'repeat' when asking someone to say something again. It's generally neutral and appropriate in most contexts, but avoid using in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

repeat + object

Memory hint

Think of a parrot that 'repeats' what you say.

Related words

Collocations with Repeat

• just
• merely
• simply
• can only
• be necessary to
• need to
• after
• to
• keep repeating somebody/​something
• just
• merely
• simply
• can only
• be necessary to
• need to
• after
• to
• keep repeating somebody/​something
• just
• merely
• simply
• can only
• be necessary to
• need to
• after
• to
• keep repeating somebody/​something
• just
• merely
• simply
• can only
• be necessary to
• need to
• after
• to
• keep repeating somebody/​something
• just
• merely
• simply
• can only
• be necessary to
• need to
• after
• to
• keep repeating somebody/​something

Synonyms for Repeat

• reiterate
• recall
• echo
• restate
• redouble

Opposites of Repeat

• stop
• ignore
• forget

Common mistakes with Repeat

• Confused with 'replay' (for videos)
• Using 'repeated' instead of 'repeat' when requesting action
• Misplacing the object, e.g., 'repeat me' instead of 'repeat this'

Frequently asked questions about Repeat

What does Repeat mean?

To say or do something again.

What is the definition of Repeat?

to say or write something again or more than once

How do you use Repeat in a sentence?

Please repeat the instructions so everyone understands.

Can you give another example of Repeat?

Can you repeat that last sentence?

What are synonyms for Repeat?

Common alternatives include reiterate, recall, echo, restate, redouble.

What is the opposite of Repeat?

Opposite meanings include stop, ignore, forget.

What words go with Repeat?

It commonly pairs with just, merely, simply, can only, be necessary to, need to, after, to, keep repeating somebody/​something, just, merely, simply, can only, be necessary to, need to, after, to, keep repeating somebody/​something, just, merely, simply, can only, be necessary to, need to, after, to, keep repeating somebody/​something, just, merely, simply, can only, be necessary to, need to, after, to, keep repeating somebody/​something, just, merely, simply, can only, be necessary to, need to, after, to, keep repeating somebody/​something.

What are common mistakes when using Repeat?

Confused with 'replay' (for videos) Using 'repeated' instead of 'repeat' when requesting action Misplacing the object, e.g., 'repeat me' instead of 'repeat this'

How do you pronounce Repeat?

US: /["/rɪˈpiːt/","/rɪˈpiːts/","/rɪˈpiːtɪd/","/rɪˈpiːtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈpiːt/","/rɪˈpiːts/","/rɪˈpiːtɪd/","/rɪˈpiːtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Repeat?

Use 'repeat' when asking someone to say something again. It's generally neutral and appropriate in most contexts, but avoid using in very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Repeat?

"Repeat" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.