What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
reprinted
Example
The newspaper reprinted the article from last week's edition. [reprinted: verb]
Example
The publisher decided to do a second printing of the book due to high demand. [printing: noun]
reproduce
Example
The artist reproduced the painting as a limited edition print. [reproduced: verb]
Example
Can you reproduce this document for me? [reproduce: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Reprinted is more commonly used in the context of publishing or journalism, while reproduce can be used in a wider range of contexts such as art, design, or biology. Both words are relatively common and can be used in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between reprinted and reproduce?
Both reprinted and reproduce are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
