repeat
Translation
to repeat, to reiterate, to say again
Examples
Could you repeat the question?
Could you repeat the question?
History often repeats itself.
History often repeats itself.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to say or do (sth.) again Could you repeat the question?
Similar Words
Synonyms: reiterate, restate; Antonyms: retract
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (again) + 'petere' (to seek). Literally 'to seek again'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'repeat' button on a music player, which you press to hear a song again.