C1noun 3K

Reproduction

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃn/"]/

Meaning of Reproduction

the act or process of producing babies, young animals or plants

In simple words: The process of making new animals or plants.

Reproduction in a sentence

• Reproduction in animals can be sexual or asexual, depending on the species.
• The reproduction of the painting was so detailed that it looked like the original.
• Many plants rely on reproduction through seeds to propagate their species.
• His book includes a reproduction of an ancient manuscript on the cover.
• Reproduction rates in certain bacteria can be extremely rapid under ideal conditions.
• The museum displayed a reproduction of the famous sculpture in the main hall.

How to use Reproduction

Use 'reproduction' in biological contexts, such as discussing species or offspring. Avoid using it in casual conversations unless about biology.

Grammar pattern

reproduce + object

Memory hint

Think of 'reproduce' like a 're-puzzle' of life—putting pieces together to create new forms.

Related words

Collocations with Reproduction

• animal
• human
• plant
• occur
• take place
• a method of reproduction
• accurate
• faithful
• good-quality
• give
• provide
• ensure
• accurate
• faithful
• good-quality
• give
• provide
• ensure
• exact
• excellent
• faithful
• antique
• furniture
• reproduction from
• reproduction of

Synonyms for Reproduction

• propagation
• breeding
• generation
• multiplication
• replication

Opposites of Reproduction

• infertility
• sterility

Common mistakes with Reproduction

• Confused with 'production' regarding making something.
• Misuse in contexts unrelated to biology.
• Incorrectly pluralize as 'reproductions' when referring to the process.

Frequently asked questions about Reproduction

What does Reproduction mean?

The process of making new animals or plants.

What is the definition of Reproduction?

the act or process of producing babies, young animals or plants

How do you use Reproduction in a sentence?

Reproduction in animals can be sexual or asexual, depending on the species.

Can you give another example of Reproduction?

The reproduction of the painting was so detailed that it looked like the original.

What are synonyms for Reproduction?

Common alternatives include propagation, breeding, generation, multiplication, replication.

What is the opposite of Reproduction?

Opposite meanings include infertility, sterility.

What words go with Reproduction?

It commonly pairs with animal, human, plant, occur, take place, a method of reproduction, accurate, faithful, good-quality, give, provide, ensure, accurate, faithful, good-quality, give, provide, ensure, exact, excellent, faithful, antique, furniture, reproduction from, reproduction of.

What are common mistakes when using Reproduction?

Confused with 'production' regarding making something. Misuse in contexts unrelated to biology. Incorrectly pluralize as 'reproductions' when referring to the process.

How do you pronounce Reproduction?

US: /["/ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Reproduction?

Use 'reproduction' in biological contexts, such as discussing species or offspring. Avoid using it in casual conversations unless about biology.

What CEFR level is Reproduction?

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