sip3 jing2攝影摄影
Jyutpingsip3 jing2
Yalesip yíng
Definition
Photography or the act of taking photos.
neutraldaily actionstechnology
How it's used
While 攝影 is the formal term for the art or hobby of photography, it sounds quite serious or professional in daily life. Most people simply use 影相 when talking about taking pictures casually. Use 攝影 if you are referring to the craft, a club, or a professional context.
Examples
He really loves photography and is always going around with his camera.
Are you interested in photography?
Related words
Common mistake
Beginners often use 攝影 as a verb like 'I am photographying', but it is strictly a noun. Use 影相 if you want to say 'to take a photo'.
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Grammar guides
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