cinematography
0 antonyms and opposites of cinematography, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The art and technique of shooting and lighting scenes for film or video.
How to use cinematography
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From "cinematograph" (an early word for a movie camera/projector) plus the suffix "-y", echoing the French cinématographie.
Full origin of cinematography →Frequently asked questions
What does “cinematography” mean?
The word “cinematography” means the art and technique of shooting and lighting scenes for film or video. In plain terms, the craft of filming — camera work, lighting, and framing — that gives a movie its visual style.
How do you pronounce “cinematography”?
“Cinematography” is pronounced sihn-uh-muh-TOG-ruh-fee (/ˌsɪn.ə.məˈtɒɡ.ɹə.fiː/ in IPA).
How do you use “cinematography” in a sentence?
Here is “cinematography” used in a sentence: “The movie won an award for its stunning cinematography.”
What is another word for “cinematography”?
Words with a similar meaning to “cinematography” include filmmaking § Synonyms.
What part of speech is “cinematography”?
“Cinematography” is a noun.
Where does the word “cinematography” come from?
The word “cinematography” comes from French. From "cinematograph" (an early word for a movie camera/projector) plus the suffix "-y", echoing the French cinématographie.