How to Pronounce "replication"
word
ˌɹɛpɫəˈkeɪʃən
rep-luh-KAY-shuhn
ɹˌɛplɪkˈeɪʃən
rep-li-KAY-shuhn
Definition
The process of making an exact copy of something, especially used in science for copying DNA or data. It can also refer to repeating a scientific experiment to check its results.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɹɛpɫəˈkeɪʃən
British English
ɹˌɛplɪkˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
rep-luh-KAY-shuhn
UK
rep-li-KAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
DNA replication is necessary for cell division.
Scientists focus on the replication of important experiments.
Accurate replication helps confirm scientific results.
If the replication fails, the whole experiment might be questioned.