How to Pronounce "duplication"
word
ˌdjupɫəˈkeɪʃən
doo-pluh-KAY-shun
djˌuːplɪkˈeɪʃən
dyoo-pli-KAY-shun
Definition
Duplication is the process or result of making an exact copy of something, or having something appear more than once. It can refer to copying information, objects, or actions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdjupɫəˈkeɪʃən
British English
djˌuːplɪkˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
doo-pluh-KAY-shun
UK
dyoo-pli-KAY-shun
Listen in Context
The duplication of files can cause confusion.
Scientists study duplication in genes.
Please avoid duplication when filling this form.
Too much duplication makes teamwork inefficient.