B2noun 1K

Animation

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌænɪˈmeɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌænɪˈmeɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Animation

the process of making films, videos and computer games in which drawings, models or images of people and animals seem to move

In simple words: The process of making drawings or images move to tell a story.

Animation in a sentence

• **computer/cartoon animation**
• The electronic dictionary included some animations.
• His face was drained of all colour and animation.
• She talked about her new job with great animation.

How to use Animation

Use 'animation' when talking about movie-making or art. It's appropriate in educational and entertainment contexts, but less common in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'animate' as bringing something to life, like a character dancing!

Related words

Collocations with Animation

• create an animation
• animation software
• stop motion animation
• animation techniques

Synonyms for Animation

• cartoon
• motion graphics
• visual effects
• digital art

Opposites of Animation

• stagnation
• stillness
• inactivity

Common mistakes with Animation

• Confused with 'animator' — 'animation' is the process, while 'animator' is the person who creates it.
• Using 'animation' to refer only to cartoons — it can also include 3D graphics and more.
• Omitting details about the type of animation, such as '2D' or '3D'.

Frequently asked questions about Animation

What does Animation mean?

The process of making drawings or images move to tell a story.

What is the definition of Animation?

the process of making films, videos and computer games in which drawings, models or images of people and animals seem to move

How do you use Animation in a sentence?

**computer/cartoon animation**

Can you give another example of Animation?

The electronic dictionary included some animations.

What are synonyms for Animation?

Common alternatives include cartoon, motion graphics, visual effects, digital art.

What is the opposite of Animation?

Opposite meanings include stagnation, stillness, inactivity.

What words go with Animation?

It commonly pairs with create an animation, animation software, stop motion animation, animation techniques.

What are common mistakes when using Animation?

Confused with 'animator' — 'animation' is the process, while 'animator' is the person who creates it. Using 'animation' to refer only to cartoons — it can also include 3D graphics and more. Omitting details about the type of animation, such as '2D' or '3D'.

How do you pronounce Animation?

US: /["/ˌænɪˈmeɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌænɪˈmeɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Animation?

Use 'animation' when talking about movie-making or art. It's appropriate in educational and entertainment contexts, but less common in casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Animation?

"Animation" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.