luk6 jing2 gei1錄影機录影机
Jyutpingluk6 jing2 gei1
Yaleluhk yíng gēi
Definition
Video recorder; a machine used for recording video.
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How it's used
This term is increasingly dated as physical recording devices have been largely replaced by digital streaming and cloud storage services. It specifically refers to hardware like VCRs or older camcorders rather than software recording functions on a computer or phone. When referring to modern digital recording, people usually use the English loanword 錄影 or specify the device like 手機 or 相機.
Measure word
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The video recorder at home is broken, I can't watch the disc.
Are you still using a video recorder?
Related words
Common phrases
videotape
video recorder remote control
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 錄音機, which is strictly for audio recording. Using 錄影機 to describe a device that only captures sound will cause confusion.
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