撮影
0%

Log in to evaluate your pronunciation.

No feedback yet. Please speak to see your results.
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').