repetition
Translation
repetition, repeat, recurrence, iteration
Examples
Learning a language involves a lot of repetition.
Learning a language involves a lot of repetition.
Avoid unnecessary repetition in your writing.
Avoid unnecessary repetition in your writing.
Grammar Patterns
repetition of ((sth.)) the action of repeating something that has already been said or written The course involves a lot of repetition of phrases.
Similar Words
Synonyms: recurrence, iteration, restatement
Etymology
From Latin 'repetitio', from 'repetere' (to repeat). It breaks down into 're-' (again) + 'petere' (to seek, go to).
Memory Tips
Imagine a pet ('pet') that keeps coming to you 're-' (again) for a treat. This action is a repetition.