verb
Uncommon
remake
ree-MAYK
Remake (verb) means to make a new version of something that already exists. Example: “The studio decided to remake the 1980s horror classic for modern audiences.”
verb
1
To make a new version of something that already exists.
"The director wanted to remake some of his favourite films from the Golden Age of Hollywood."
"The studio decided to remake the 1980s horror classic for modern audiences."
"They plan to remake the old comedy with a completely new cast."
"Fans hope the developers will remake the classic game with better graphics."
noun
1
A new version of an existing film, game, or other work.
"I haven't seen the original film, but the remake was great."
"The thing I like most about the Total Recall remake is the—I have to presume ironic—name of its production company. The first words that appear on screen are “Original Film”."
— John Patterson, Total Recall—a remake to forget (2012)
"Critics said the remake lacked the charm of the original."
"The remake of the film was shot in a different country."
"I prefer the original song to the band's recent remake."
How to use remake
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRedoing something that already exists, usually with updates — or the updated version itself.
Common mistake
A remake rebuilds the story from scratch with new actors/assets; a remaster just cleans up the original footage or audio.
Easily confused with
remaster
reboot →
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Word forms
- Plural
- remakes
- Third person singular
- remakes
- Past tense
- remade
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The studio decided to _____ the 1980s horror classic for modern audiences.
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What does “remake” mean?
The word “remake” means to make a new version of something that already exists. In plain terms, redoing something that already exists, usually with updates — or the updated version itself.
How do you pronounce “remake”?
“Remake” is pronounced ree-MAYK (/ɹiːˈmeɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “remake” in a sentence?
Here is “remake” used in a sentence: “The studio decided to remake the 1980s horror classic for modern audiences.”
What part of speech is “remake”?
Depending on how it is used, “remake” can be a verb and a noun.
Is “remake” a common word?
“Remake” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “remake” have?
“Remake” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make a new version of something that already exists.
What is the difference between a remake and a reboot?
A remake is a new version of an existing film, game, or other work that generally follows the same story and characters as the original. A reboot restarts a franchise with a new continuity or interpretation, which may change major elements rather than closely following the original plot. Remakes tend to stay faithful to the source, while reboots have more freedom to diverge.
What is the difference between a remake and a sequel?
A remake retells the same story as an earlier work with a new production. A sequel continues the story after the events of the original, introducing new plot developments rather than redoing the existing one. A remake looks backward to recreate, while a sequel looks forward to continue.
Can remake be used as both a noun and a verb?
Yes, remake works as a verb meaning to make a new version of something that already exists, and as a noun meaning the new version itself, such as "they remade the film" and "the remake was well received."
