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dubbed

/dʌbd/

Meanings
  • Verb

    To add voice or soundtrack to a foreign film or television program in another language.

    - "The movie was dubbed in English for international audiences."
    - "The actor's dialogue was dubbed over by another actor in post-production."

Rhymes
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tubbed , stuffed , grudged , muddled
Variants
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dub , dubbed , dubbing , dubs
Etymology
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From the Old English 'dubban,' meaning 'to strike' or 'to beat.' The term came to mean 'to record or add sound' due to the process of physically striking a record or tape.


Trivia
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  1. The first feature-length film to be dubbed into English was 'The Mark of Zorro' in 1937.

  2. Some actors have provided their own voices for their characters in foreign dubs, such as Charlie Chaplin and Marlon Brando.


Related Concepts
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  1. subtitles: An alternative to dubbing, where foreign language text is displayed at the bottom of the screen to translate dialogue for viewers.

  2. dubbing studio: A professional recording studio where voice actors record dialogue for dubbing films and television shows.


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Dubbing is a common practice in the film and television industry to make content accessible to a global audience. It allows for synchronization of dialogue and lip movements, ensuring a more immersive viewing experience.

How to Memorize "dubbed"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine the process of recording voiceovers in a dubbing studio. Visualize the voice actor sitting in a booth, speaking lines while watching the film or television show.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'dubbed' with the concept of adding sound or voice to something. Remember that it is often used in the context of films and television.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic phrase, such as 'Dubbing Under Brings Sounds,' to help remember the meaning of the word.


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