Pronunciation: [ɹɪdjˈuːplɪkˌe͡ɪts] (IPA) 
The word "reduplicates" is spelled with the suffix "-ates" added to the word "reduplicate." The IPA transcription of this word is ˌriː.djuː.plɪ.keɪts. The stress falls on the second syllable and the long "i" sound is represented by the two dots above the letter "i." The "u" in the third syllable is pronounced like the "oo" in "zoo." The final syllable "-kates" is pronounced like the word "kates" with a "k" sound.
Reduplicates, as a noun, refers to the duplication or repetition of something, typically words or phrases, within a language or linguistic system. It is a linguistic term that describes the process of forming new words or phrases by repeating or doubling a particular segment or the entire word. Reduplication can involve various linguistic elements, such as syllables, morphemes, or even entire words, in different languages.
Reduplicates can serve different functions depending on the language or context in which they are used. They may be utilized to express emphasis, intensification, plurality, or to convey certain grammatical or semantic meanings. In some cases, reduplication can indicate iterative actions or ongoing processes.
For example, in the English language, words like "bye-bye" and "night-night" are examples of reduplicates where the repetition of a word or syllable adds a sense of affection, emphasis, or childlike language.
Reduplication is a phenomenon found in numerous languages around the world, including Mandarin Chinese, Indonesian, Tagalog, and many others. Each language exhibits its own specific patterns and rules regarding reduplication.
Overall, reduplicates describe the linguistic process of duplicating or repeating a portion of a word or phrase, which can serve various purposes and functions across different languages and dialects.
The word "reduplicates" is derived from the Latin word "reduplicatus", which comes from the prefix "re-" (meaning "again") and the verb "duplicare" (meaning "to double"). In English, "reduplicates" functions as a noun and verb, referring to the act of doubling or repeating something.
