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subtitles

n. C / U
A2 Elementary US //ˈsəbˌtaɪtəɫz// UK //sˈʌbtaɪtəlz// sub·ti·tles

n. the words shown at the bottom of a screen during a movie or TV show. They translate what the actors are saying or provide a text version of the audio.

n. textual representations of dialogue and sound effects displayed at the bottom of a screen, typically used to translate foreign language audio or assist viewers with hearing impairments.


SIMPLE

I always watch foreign movies with English subtitles.

CONTEXTUAL

The film was much easier to follow once I turned on the subtitles to catch the fast-paced dialogue.

COMPLEX

While some viewers find subtitles distracting, others argue that they are essential for preserving the original vocal performances of international actors without the need for dubbing.

Synonyms
Usage

Usually used in the plural form when referring to the text on a screen.

Pitfall

I read the subtitle of the movie.I read the subtitles of the movie.When referring to the translated text of a film, the plural form is almost always required.

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