撮影
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Base noun form. Refers to the act of taking photographs or filming. Often used in compound verbs like 『撮影する』 (satsuei suru, 'to photograph').
Theme
Two photography enthusiasts, Ken and User, are at a park discussing their hobby and planning a photo shoot for the weekend.
撮影
さつえい
photographing
Culture & SocietyEntertainment & Media
Memory Hook
Imagine a camera 'shooting' a scene — 'satsuei' sounds like 'shoot' in English. 'Shoot' → 撮影 (satsuei, 'photographing').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『撮影』 (satsuei, 'photographing') is commonly used in contexts like film production, photography studios, and tourist spots where signs might say 『撮影禁止』 (satsuei kinshi, 'photography prohibited').
Forms
Base: 撮影Base noun form. Refers to the act of taking photographs or filming. Often used in compound verbs like 『撮影する』 (satsuei suru, 'to photograph').