video - Master This Word
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video Word Meanings
- A recording of moving visual images.
- The technology of television or film.
- A digital recording or streaming of events.
video Example Sentences
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video Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈvɪd.i.əʊ/
US
/ˈvɪ.di.oʊ/
video Word Etymology
Video = vis (to see) + -o (noun suffix); From Latin 'video' → English, denoting something that can be seen. Imagine a film reel spinning, showcasing vibrant scenes that capture your attention.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I grip my phone, push the video record button, and hold it steady as I move the camera to catch the action. The screen shows the world in motion, and I shift the angle to keep the light right. It feels like a small test of control, with the frame changing as I adjust. Later, that moment sits as a video in my gallery, ready to watch again or share.
Real Context
Video is a noun that refers to moving visual images captured on film or digitally. It can describe a recording, a live broadcast, or the medium itself, as in video art or video journalism. In everyday use, people watch videos on screens from smartphones to large TVs, and the word covers both the content and the technology that carries it. Video can be streamed, downloaded, or stored on a device, and it often appears in phrases like video clip, video conference, and video file. Because video blends imagery and technology, learners sometimes confuse it with camera, film, or image; focus on context to choose the right sense.
Usage Reminders
- Pronounce video with two syllables: VID-ee-oh; avoid saying 'video'.
- Use 'video' for both the content and the medium (streaming, file, clip).
- Contrast with 'movie' or 'film' when talking about entertainment.
- Remember it can be countable (a video) or uncountable (video content).
- Common collocations: video clip, video file, video conference.
- When describing production, specify 'video recording' vs 'video footage'.
Common Misconceptions
- Video is the same as a movie or film.
- Video always means a full-length feature, not a short clip.
- Video only refers to the device (camera) that records it.
- Video cannot be used to describe live streams.
- Video and video camera are interchangeable terms.
Thinking Differences
Video blends imagery and technology, so learners must track whether the reference is to the footage itself or the delivery medium; mistakes often involve choosing the wrong sense when talking about streaming vs. a file.
Learning Tips
- Listen to natural video-related phrases in context.
- Practice the two senses of video: content and medium.
- Memorize core collocations: video clip, video file, video conference, video streaming, video recording, video chat.
- Use short, clear sentences to describe a video you watched.
- Record yourself describing a video and compare with native speakers.
- Read/watch real-world examples to see how video is described.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'video'?
A.A television show
B.A written text
C.A recording of moving visual images
D.A type of dance
Step 2: Usage
How is the word 'video' typically used in a sentence?
A.I love to eat video
B.Let's watch a video on YouTube
C.Can you pass me the video?
D.She is a video person
Step 3: Similar Words
Which of the following is a synonym for 'video'?
A.Book
B.Movie
C.Song
D.Photograph
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'video'?
A.Audio recording
B.Silent movie
C.Live performance
D.Still image
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life context would you most likely encounter the word 'video'?
A.Online tutorial
B.Music concert
C.Cooking class
D.Art exhibition
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