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reps
Reps (noun) means informal plural of "rep" — repetitions of an exercise, or sales representatives. Example: “He did three sets of twelve reps on the bench press.”
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Informal plural of "rep" — repetitions of an exercise, or sales representatives.
"He did three sets of twelve reps on the bench press."
"The regional reps meet quarterly to review sales targets."
How to use reps
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShort, informal way of saying "repetitions" (in exercise) or "representatives" (in sales/business).
When to use it
Very casual; common in gym and workplace slang.
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Etymology
Borrowed from French reps, which ultimately came from English ribs.
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What does “reps” mean?
The word “reps” means informal plural of "rep" — repetitions of an exercise, or sales representatives. In plain terms, short, informal way of saying "repetitions" (in exercise) or "representatives" (in sales/business).
How do you use “reps” in a sentence?
Here is “reps” used in a sentence: “He did three sets of twelve reps on the bench press.”
What part of speech is “reps”?
“Reps” is a noun.
Is “reps” a common word?
“Reps” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What does reps mean in the gym?
In fitness contexts, reps is short for repetitions, meaning the number of times an exercise movement is performed in a row, such as "three sets of ten reps." It is standard informal shorthand used in workout plans and gym conversation.
What does reps mean in a sales or business context?
In business, reps is the informal plural of 'rep,' short for sales representatives, meaning employees who sell a company's products or services to customers. The word is common in casual workplace speech rather than formal documents, where 'representatives' is preferred.
Is reps formal or informal English?
Reps is an informal, shortened form used in everyday speech, whether referring to exercise repetitions or sales representatives. In formal writing, it is better to spell out 'repetitions' or 'representatives' in full.
