filmed
word · lemma: film
/ˈfɪɫmd/
/fˈɪlmd/
Definition
To record something on video or movie; the past tense of 'film'. Often refers to capturing events, movies, or moments using a camera.
Usage & Nuances
'Filmed' is mainly used for video or movie creation. Common phrases: 'was filmed', 'filmed on location', 'filmed live'. Do not use for still photography—use 'photographed' instead. Usually refers to using a video camera, not a phone unless context is casual.
Spanish: filmarPortuguese (BR): filmarPortuguese (PT): filmarChinese (Simplified): 拍摄Chinese (Traditional): 拍攝Hindi: फिल्मायाArabic: صُوِّرَBengali: ফিল্ম করাRussian: снимать (видео/фильм)Japanese: 撮影するVietnamese: quay phimKorean: 촬영하다Turkish: çekmek (film)Urdu: فلمایاIndonesian: merekam (video/film)
Example Sentences
The movie was filmed in New York.
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We filmed the birthday party.
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The documentary was filmed over two years.
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They secretly filmed the surprise proposal.
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This scene was filmed entirely at night.
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The music video was filmed with drones for amazing aerial shots.
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