How to pronounce reproduce
Say it like ree-pruh-DOOS. Reproduce has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DOOS).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce reproduce. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- ree
- pruh
- DOOS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reproduce pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- pruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- DOOSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of reproduce
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: ree-pruh-DYOOS.
What does reproduce mean?
- make a copy or equivalent of“reproduce the painting”
- have offspring or produce more individuals of a given animal or plant“The Bible tells people to procreate”“These bacteria reproduce”
- recreate a sound, image, idea, mood, atmosphere, etc.“this DVD player reproduces the sound of the piano very well”“He reproduced the feeling of sadness in the portrait”
Where does reproduce come from?
From re- + produce.
Words that rhyme with reproduce
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of reproduce.
Questions about saying reproduce
How do you pronounce reproduce?
Say ree-pruh-DOOS. The American pronunciation is /ˌriprəˈdus/. In British English it is /ˌriːprəˈdjuːs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reproduce?
Reproduce has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DOOS). Broken into parts: ree · pruh · DOOS.
Is reproduce pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˌriːprəˈdjuːs/ (ree-pruh-DYOOS).