film

B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun

n. moving pictures as a type of art or entertainment.

n. the art, industry, or medium of producing motion pictures.

日本語:映画※

“She decided to study film because she loves visual storytelling.”

“The university offers a comprehensive degree in film, covering everything from silent-era history to modern digital post-production techniques.”

A2 · Elementary Uncountable noun Science

n. a thin material used in old cameras to record photos or movies.

n. a thin, flexible strip of plastic coated with light-sensitive emulsion for exposure in a camera.

日本語:フィルム※

“I need to buy a roll of film for my grandfather's old camera.”

“Despite the dominance of digital sensors, many professional photographers still prefer the organic grain and dynamic range of traditional 35mm film.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a very thin layer of something on a surface.

n. a thin coating or layer of a substance, often liquid or oily, covering a surface.

“A thin film of oil was floating on top of the water.”

“After the storm, a fine film of dust covered every piece of furniture in the abandoned beach house.”

A2 · Elementary

v. to record moving pictures using a camera.

v. to capture moving images on a recording medium, whether physical or digital.

“They are going to film the wedding ceremony to show relatives later.”

“The crew spent three weeks in the desert to film the opening sequence of the documentary.”