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the act or process of repeating something, often for emphasis or effect
the process of duplicating all or part of a word or morpheme to create a new form, often with a change in meaning or grammatical function
What is "reduplication"?
Reduplication is a linguistic process in which a word or part of a word is repeated, often to create a new meaning or to emphasize a particular idea. This can involve repeating the entire word, as in "bye-bye", or just a part of the word, as in "super-duper". Reduplication is used in various languages and can serve different functions, such as conveying intensity, creating playful expressions, or forming plurals. It adds a rhythmic quality to language and can make speech more engaging and expressive. In some cultures, reduplication is also used in children's language or in informal communication to convey affection or familiarity.
the repeated syllable itself in a reduplicated word
the repetition of the final words of one sentence or line at the start of the next
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