noun

talkie

TAW-kee

Talkie (noun) means a motion picture with synchronized sound, as opposed to a silent film. Example: “The 1920s saw cinemas switch from silent films to talkies.”

noun

A motion picture with synchronized sound, as opposed to a silent film.

"The 1920s saw cinemas switch from silent films to talkies."

How to use talkie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn old-fashioned term for a film with sound, used mainly when contrasting it with silent films.

When to use it

Mostly used in a historical or old-fashioned context nowadays.

Word forms

talkies plural

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Etymology

A shortening of "talking picture," formed on the model of "movie."

Synonyms

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talking picture

Rhymes for talkie

pie die lie tie sie vie hie i.e. brie movie eerie moxie

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Frequently asked questions

What does “talkie” mean?

The word “talkie” means a motion picture with synchronized sound, as opposed to a silent film. In plain terms, an old-fashioned term for a film with sound, used mainly when contrasting it with silent films.

How do you pronounce “talkie”?

“Talkie” is pronounced TAW-kee (/ˈtɔːki/ in IPA).

How do you use “talkie” in a sentence?

Here is “talkie” used in a sentence: “The 1920s saw cinemas switch from silent films to talkies.”

What part of speech is “talkie”?

“Talkie” is a noun.