Aperture

Pronunciation: /ˈæpərtʃər/

Definitions of aperture

noun The opening in a camera lens through which light passes to enter the camera

Example Sentences

A1 The camera's aperture controls how much light enters the lens.

A2 I need to adjust the aperture on my camera to get a clearer picture.

B1 Photographers often use a wide aperture to create a shallow depth of field.

B2 Understanding how aperture affects exposure is crucial for taking great photos.

C1 The aperture of the telescope can be adjusted to observe distant celestial objects.

C2 An experienced photographer knows how to manipulate the aperture to achieve the desired artistic effect.

Examples of aperture in a Sentence

formal The camera's aperture controls the amount of light that enters the lens.

informal Make sure to adjust the aperture on your camera for a better picture.

slang I totally forgot to change the aperture settings on my camera.

figurative Opening up your mind is like adjusting the aperture of a camera, allowing more light and new perspectives to come in.

Grammatical Forms of aperture

• plural: apertures
• comparative: more aperture
• superlative: most aperture
• present tense: apertures
• future tense: will aperture
• perfect tense: have apertured
• continuous tense: is aperturing
• singular: aperture
• positive degree: aperture
• infinitive: to aperture
• gerund: aperturing
• participle: apertured

Origin and Evolution of aperture

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'aperture' originated from Latin 'apertura' which means an opening or hole.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'aperture' has come to be commonly used in photography and optics to refer to the opening in a lens through which light passes.