Meaning & Definition of word "Dubbing"

Dubbing

/ˈdʌb.ɪŋ/

1. The process of adding new audio to a film or television show, particularly the replacement of the original dialogue with a different language or version.
- Example: The dubbing of the animated movie allowed it to reach a broader international audience.
2. The act of giving a name or title to someone or something.
- Example: The dubbing of the new superhero led to some debate among fans.

1. To add sound to a film or video, especially dialogues that have been recorded later.
- Example: The technicians spent hours dubbing the foreign film to make it suitable for local viewers.
2. To give a nickname or title.
- Example: They started dubbing him 'The Speedster' after his incredible performance in the race.

The word 'dubbing' comes from the 16th century, derived from 'dub' which means to strike or to make a title for someone.

dubbing artist:

A person who provides voices for animated characters or dubbed films.

dubbing language:

The language into which a film or video is translated and recorded.

lip-sync dubbing:

The process of making a new soundtrack match the mouth movements of the original spoken words.

dub:

To record over existing sound in audio or film.

subtitle:

A written translation of the dialogue that appears on screen.

voiceover:

A narrative spoken by a voice that is not seen on screen.

Meaning: To edit or alter video footage or audio tracks.

Example Sentence: I spent the whole night dubbing my latest vlog.

Meaning: Referring to the process of changing the original voice to a different one as a form of creativity.

Example Sentence: He's always dubbing over his videos for a fun twist.