remix: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
B2Informal to neutral, prevalent in music, media, and creative industries.
Quick answer
What does “remix” mean?
To mix again.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
To mix again; specifically in music, to create a new version of a recording by altering or adding elements.
To reinterpret, modify, or blend existing materials from various sources to produce something new, often in creative or digital contexts.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or usage; spelling and pronunciation are nearly identical.
Connotations
Similarly associated with creativity and modernity in both varieties.
Frequency
Equally common in both British and American English, with slight edge in American pop culture references.
Grammar
How to Use “remix” in a Sentence
transitive: remix + object (e.g., remix a song)intransitive: used in passive or with prepositions (e.g., remixed by an artist)Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “remix” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The DJ will remix the track for the club night.
- They decided to remix the classic hit with modern beats.
American English
- She plans to remix the song for the radio edit.
- He remixed the tune to include a guitar solo.
adverb
British English
- The music played in a remix-like style.
- He performed remix-fast during the set.
American English
- She sang remix-smooth over the new beats.
- The video was edited remix-quick for social media.
adjective
British English
- The remixed edition features additional vocals.
- This is a remix version of the original album.
American English
- The remix album dropped last week.
- We heard a remixed cut on the streaming service.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare, but used in marketing for rebranding or repurposing products, e.g., 'We need to remix our campaign strategy.'
Academic
Common in media studies and cultural theory, e.g., 'Digital remix is a key concept in postmodern art.'
Everyday
Frequent in conversations about music and entertainment, e.g., 'Have you heard the new remix of that track?'
Technical
Specific to audio engineering, e.g., 'The engineer will remix the stems for the surround sound version.'
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “remix”
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “remix”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “remix”
- Using 'remix' as an intransitive verb without an object, e.g., 'He remixed' instead of 'He remixed the song.'
- Overusing in non-creative contexts where 'revise' or 'adjust' is more appropriate.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, while most common in music, it can be used metaphorically in other areas like art, literature, or technology to describe reinterpretation or modification.
Yes, 'remix' functions as a noun (e.g., 'a remix') and a verb (e.g., 'to remix'), with similar meanings related to creative alteration.
A remix involves altering the original recording (e.g., changing beats, adding effects), while a cover is a new performance or recording of the song by different artists.
It is generally informal to neutral; suitable for casual conversations and creative contexts but may be avoided in very formal or academic writing unless discussing specific topics like media studies.
To mix again.
Remix: in British English it is pronounced /ˈriːmɪks/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈriːmɪks/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “remix culture (referring to the practice of reusing and modifying digital content)”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of 're-' meaning again and 'mix' meaning blend, so remix is to blend again, like redoing a music mix.
Conceptual Metaphor
CREATION IS REMIXING (ideas and works are seen as combinations and reinterpretations of existing elements).
Practice
Quiz
What is the primary context for using 'remix'?