voiceover

Vocabulary Word

Definition

A 'voiceover' is when we hear a narrator's voice in a video or film, but don't see the person speaking. This is often used in documentaries, commercials, or cartoons.

Examples in Different Contexts

In film and TV production, 'voiceover' is a narration technique where a voice that is not part of the narrative is used to provide context or commentary. A director might say, 'We used a voiceover in the documentary to explain historical events.'

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

We need to make our climate change documentary as informative and engaging as possible. Let's brainstorm ideas on amplifying our message.

Response:

How about a captivating voiceover to keep viewers engaged while delivering the essential facts about climate change and its impacts?

Tech

Scenario:

Our new software's interface can be a bit overwhelming. We might need to make it more user-friendly.

Response:

Rather than instructions on a screen, a step-by-step voiceover can guide users to navigate the software interface effectively.