subtitled

word · lemma: subtitle

Definition

A film, video, or show that has the spoken words translated or written as text at the bottom of the screen.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly used for movies and TV with foreign languages. 'Subtitled' is often combined with language, e.g. 'subtitled in English.' Don't confuse with 'dubbed' (audio replaced).

Example Sentences

This movie is subtitled in English.

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I prefer to watch subtitled shows instead of dubbed ones.

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Is this video subtitled in Spanish?

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I watched a great Japanese film last night—it was subtitled, so I could follow everything.

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Not all foreign films are subtitled, so check before you buy tickets.

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When I started learning French, subtitled videos helped me a lot.

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