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UK/["/ˈvɪdiəʊ/"]/US/["/ˈvɪdiəʊ/"]/

Meaning of Video

In simple words: A moving picture with sound that you can watch.

Video in a sentence

  • I watched a video about marine life yesterday.
  • Can you send me the video of your birthday party?
  • My favorite video is the one with the funny cat.
  • In this video, the teacher explains how to solve the math problem.
  • They recorded a video to share their vacation experiences.

How to use Video

Use 'video' when referring to recorded visuals and sounds. Appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Avoid using in very technical discussions where 'clip' or 'film' might be more precise.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'video' as 'visual do'—a visual performance!

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Collocations with Video

Opposites of Video

Common mistakes with Video

  • Confused with 'video tape' vs 'video file'
  • Using 'video' as a verb incorrectly (should say 'record a video')

Compare Video with Film, Clip, Movie, Recording, Footage

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Frequently asked questions about Video

What does Video mean?

A moving picture with sound that you can watch.

What is the definition of Video?

a system of recording moving pictures and sound, either using a digital method of storing data or (in the past) using videotape

How do you use Video in a sentence?

I watched a video about marine life yesterday.

Can you give another example of Video?

Can you send me the video of your birthday party?

What are synonyms for Video?

Common alternatives include film, clip, movie, recording, footage.

What is the opposite of Video?

Opposite meanings include audio, silence, still image.

What words go with Video?

It commonly pairs with live, real-time, interactive, stream, camera, card, equipment, on video, hour-long, ten-minute, etc., create, do, film, cassette, tape, library, video of, hour-long, ten-minute, etc., create, do, film, cassette, tape, library, video of, live, real-time, interactive, stream, camera, card, equipment, on video, hour-long, ten-minute, etc., create, do, film, cassette, tape, library, video of, programme, set.

What are common mistakes when using Video?

Confused with 'video tape' vs 'video file' Using 'video' as a verb incorrectly (should say 'record a video')

How do you pronounce Video?

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

When should I use Video?

Use 'video' when referring to recorded visuals and sounds. Appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Avoid using in very technical discussions where 'clip' or 'film' might be more precise.

What CEFR level is Video?

"Video" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.