recording

word · lemma: record

/ɹəˈkɔɹdɪŋ/
ri-KOR-ding
/ɹɪkˈɔːdɪŋ/
ri-KAW-ding

Definition

A recording is audio or video that has been captured and saved so it can be played again later. It can also mean the act or process of making that saved audio or video.

Usage & Nuances

Most often used for audio or video: 'a voice recording', 'a video recording', 'a studio recording'. 'Record' is the verb; 'recording' is usually the noun. In everyday speech, people often say 'send me the recording' for a saved file of a class, meeting, or call.

Example Sentences

I listened to the recording of our lesson last night.

basic

The recording is too quiet.

basic

She made a recording of the baby laughing.

basic

Can you send me the recording from the meeting? I had to leave early.

natural

The podcast sounds much better after proper recording and editing.

natural

Sorry, there was no recording, so you'll have to join live next time.

natural