to subtitle
Pronunciation
/ˈsəbˌtaɪtəɫ/

Definition & Meaning of "subtitle"in English

to subtitle
01

to provide a film or video with written translations or captions of the dialogue

to subtitle definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
subtitle
3rd person singular
subtitles
Present participle
subtitling
Past simple
subtitled
Past participle
subtitled
Examples
The studio decided to subtitle the foreign film for English-speaking audiences.
Subtitle
01

transcribed or translated words of the narrative or dialogues of a movie or TV show, appearing at the bottom of the screen to help deaf people or those who do not understand the language

subtitle definition and meaning

What is a "subtitle"?

A subtitle is a text displayed on the screen that translates or transcribes spoken dialogue and other sounds from a film, television show, or video. It helps viewers understand the content when the language spoken is different from their own or when the audio is unclear. Subtitles are typically shown at the bottom of the screen and can also include descriptions of important sounds or music, providing a clearer understanding of the scene for all viewers.

Examples
The foreign film had subtitles in English to help viewers understand the dialogue.
02

an additional title of a book, article, or other published work that provides more information

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
subtitles
Examples
The novel 's subtitle clarified the theme of the story.
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