si6 zoeng6視像视象
Jyutpingsi6 zoeng6
Yalesih jeuhng
Definition
Video; a moving image signal.
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How it's used
Focuses primarily on the visual aspect of remote communication rather than just the recording itself. It is frequently used as a prefix for modern digital interactions like remote meetings or calls. When referring to the act of calling, it is almost always paired with 通話 or 會議.
Examples
Can you have a video call with me?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this as a direct translation for a video file or a movie, as those are usually called 影片 or 片. Using 視像 for a casual video clip sounds overly formal or technical.
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Grammar guides
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