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replica

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈrɛplɪkə/ · UK /ˈreplɪkə/

Forms: replicas

replica means: A copy made to look very much like the original object.

noun

EXACT COPYB2

A copy made to look very much like the original object.

  • This sword is a replica.
  • They built an exact replica of the original house.
  • The museum sells replicas of ancient coins.

How to use it: replica of something (The museum displays a replica of the ancient crown.)

Similar words: copy, reproduction, duplicate

Opposites: original

Common phrases: exact replica, replica of something, full-size replica

SMALL MODELB2

A smaller copy of an object that keeps its shape and details.

  • She has a small replica of the ship.
  • He collects miniature replicas of famous cars.
  • The model is a detailed replica of the entire stadium.

How to use it: replica of something (He owns a tiny replica of the tower.)

Similar words: scale model, miniature, model

Common phrases: miniature replica, scale replica, replica of something

Questions about replica

What does replica mean?

A copy made to look very much like the original object.

What is replica in other languages?

Türkçe: kopya · Español: réplica · Français: réplique · Deutsch: Nachbildung · Italiano: replica · 日本語: 複製

How do you pronounce replica?

In American English /ˈrɛplɪkə/; in British English /ˈreplɪkə/.

How do you use replica in a sentence?

This sword is a replica. They built an exact replica of the original house.

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