filming

word · lemma: film

/ˈfɪɫmɪŋ/
FIL-ming
/fˈɪlmɪŋ/
FIL-ming

Definition

The act or process of recording a movie, video, or scene with a camera.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used to describe making movies or videos, both professionally and casually. Usually used as a noun or part of phrases like 'filming a scene'. Not interchangeable with 'photographing' (which refers to taking still pictures).

Example Sentences

The crew finished filming the last scene today.

basic

Sorry, you can’t enter right now—they’re filming inside.

natural

Did you see the crew filming by the park this morning?

natural

They are filming a new movie downtown.

basic

Filming must stop when it gets dark.

basic

We had to pause the interview because neighbors started filming their own video.

natural