C1verb 5K

Reproduce

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌriːprəˈdjuːs/","/ˌriːprəˈdjuːsɪz/","/ˌriːprəˈdjuːst/","/ˌriːprəˈdjuːsɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌriːprəˈduːs/","/ˌriːprəˈduːsɪz/","/ˌriːprəˈduːst/","/ˌriːprəˈduːsɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Reproduce

to make a copy of a picture, piece of text, etc.

In simple words: To make something again or copy it.

Reproduce in a sentence

• Scientists can reproduce the experiment to verify the results.
• Plants reproduce mainly through seeds.
• The artist was able to reproduce the colors of the original painting flawlessly.
• Certain animals reproduce asexually without the need for a mate.
• The reporter was careful to reproduce the interview accurately.
• The company was able to reproduce a prototype based on the client's sketch.
• Viruses reproduce by invading a host cell and using its machinery.

How to use Reproduce

Typically used in scientific or artistic contexts. Avoid using in casual conversation unless referring to duplicating objects. Can sound formal in everyday speech.

Grammar pattern

reproduce + object

Memory hint

Think of 're-' as 'again' and 'produce' as 'make'. So, 'make again'.

Related words

Collocations with Reproduce

• accurately
• exactly
• faithfully
• be able to
• can
• be unable to
• from
• an attempt to reproduce something
• beautifully reproduced
• reproduced (by) courtesy of somebody/​something
• accurately
• exactly
• faithfully
• be able to
• can
• be unable to
• from
• an attempt to reproduce something
• beautifully reproduced
• reproduced (by) courtesy of somebody/​something
• asexually
• sexually
• naturally
• be able to
• be likely to
• can
• by

Synonyms for Reproduce

• duplicate
• replicate
• copy
• recreate
• generate

Opposites of Reproduce

• destroy
• eliminate

Common mistakes with Reproduce

• Confused with 'produce' — 'reproduce' implies making a copy.
• Incorrectly using 'reproduce' without an object — it requires something to be reproduced.
• Using 'reproduce' in an informal context — it sounds too formal for casual talk.

Frequently asked questions about Reproduce

What does Reproduce mean?

To make something again or copy it.

What is the definition of Reproduce?

to make a copy of a picture, piece of text, etc.

How do you use Reproduce in a sentence?

Scientists can reproduce the experiment to verify the results.

Can you give another example of Reproduce?

Plants reproduce mainly through seeds.

What are synonyms for Reproduce?

Common alternatives include duplicate, replicate, copy, recreate, generate.

What is the opposite of Reproduce?

Opposite meanings include destroy, eliminate.

What words go with Reproduce?

It commonly pairs with accurately, exactly, faithfully, be able to, can, be unable to, from, an attempt to reproduce something, beautifully reproduced, reproduced (by) courtesy of somebody/​something, accurately, exactly, faithfully, be able to, can, be unable to, from, an attempt to reproduce something, beautifully reproduced, reproduced (by) courtesy of somebody/​something, asexually, sexually, naturally, be able to, be likely to, can, by.

What are common mistakes when using Reproduce?

Confused with 'produce' — 'reproduce' implies making a copy. Incorrectly using 'reproduce' without an object — it requires something to be reproduced. Using 'reproduce' in an informal context — it sounds too formal for casual talk.

How do you pronounce Reproduce?

US: /["/ˌriːprəˈduːs/","/ˌriːprəˈduːsɪz/","/ˌriːprəˈduːst/","/ˌriːprəˈduːsɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˌriːprəˈdjuːs/","/ˌriːprəˈdjuːsɪz/","/ˌriːprəˈdjuːst/","/ˌriːprəˈdjuːsɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Reproduce?

Typically used in scientific or artistic contexts. Avoid using in casual conversation unless referring to duplicating objects. Can sound formal in everyday speech.

What CEFR level is Reproduce?

"Reproduce" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.