Pronunciation: /fɪlm/
noun a motion picture
A1 I watched a film with my family last night.
A2 She enjoys watching action films.
B1 The film we saw at the cinema was a romantic comedy.
B2 The director's latest film received critical acclaim.
C1 The film industry is constantly evolving with new technology.
C2 His knowledge of film history is extensive and impressive.
verb to capture on film or record on video
A1 I film my cat playing with a toy.
A2 She films her friends at the beach.
B1 The director filmed the movie in black and white.
B2 The documentary crew filmed the wildlife in their natural habitat.
C1 The filmmaker is currently filming a new project in Europe.
C2 The award-winning director has been filming for over 20 years.
adjective related to movies or cinema
A1 I watched a film last night.
A2 She prefers film cameras over digital ones.
B1 The film industry in Hollywood is known for producing blockbuster movies.
B2 The film adaptation of the book stayed true to the original story.
C1 The film director's unique style is evident in all of his movies.
C2 The film critic praised the director's use of lighting and framing techniques.
adverb none
A1 She watched a film yesterday.
A2 He speaks English like in a film.
B1 The characters in the film acted realistically.
B2 The film was beautifully shot and visually stunning.
C1 The film's narrative structure was complex and engaging.
C2 The film's directorial choices added depth and nuance to the story.
pronoun none
A1 I watched a film last night.
A2 She borrowed a film from the library.
B1 The film we saw last week was really good.
B2 I prefer foreign films over Hollywood blockbusters.
C1 The director's latest film has received critical acclaim.
C2 The film industry is constantly evolving with new technologies.
preposition none
A1 I watched a film with my friends.
A2 She went to the cinema to see a film.
B1 The film about climate change was very informative.
B2 The director decided to film the scene in black and white for artistic effect.
C1 The film industry is constantly evolving with new technologies.
C2 The film festival showcased a diverse range of international movies.
conjunction none
interjection none
A1 Film! I love watching movies.
A2 Film! Let's go to the cinema tonight.
B1 Film, I think we should make a short video for the project.
B2 Film! That scene was so intense.
C1 Film, the cinematography in this movie is exceptional.
C2 Film! I can't wait to see the new release from my favorite director.
article none
A1 I watched a film with my family last night.
A2 She prefers watching films at home rather than going to the cinema.
B1 The film we saw last week was based on a true story.
B2 The film director won multiple awards for his latest movie.
C1 The film industry is constantly evolving with new technologies.
C2 Critics praised the film for its exceptional cinematography and storytelling.
formal The film industry plays a significant role in shaping cultural narratives.
informal Let's catch a film at the theater this weekend.
slang That film was a total snoozefest, I almost fell asleep!
figurative Life is like a film, with its ups and downs creating a compelling storyline.
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