repetition
Repetition (noun) means the act of doing or saying something again, or an instance of it happening again. Example: “Learning vocabulary relies heavily on repetition.”
How to use repetition
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing or saying the same thing more than once.
Word forms
repetitioned past tense, repetitions plural, repetitions singular
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Learning vocabulary relies heavily on _____.
Etymology
From Latin repetitio, from repetere, "to repeat." A doublet of repetitio.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “repetition” mean?
The word “repetition” means the act of doing or saying something again, or an instance of it happening again. In plain terms, doing or saying the same thing more than once.
How do you pronounce “repetition”?
“Repetition” is pronounced rehp-uh-TIHSH-uhn (/ˌɹɛp.əˈtɪʃ.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “repetition” in a sentence?
Here is “repetition” used in a sentence: “Learning vocabulary relies heavily on repetition.”
What is another word for “repetition”?
Words with a similar meaning to “repetition” include reiteration and reprise.
What part of speech is “repetition”?
“Repetition” is a noun.
Where does the word “repetition” come from?
The word “repetition” comes from Latin. From Latin repetitio, from repetere, "to repeat." A doublet of repetitio.
Is “repetition” a common word?
“Repetition” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.