VocabJLPT N1
subtitles
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. subtitles
  2. 2. captioning
  3. 3. Subtitle (captioning)
This word means subtitles or captions displayed on a screen, such as in films, TV programs, or live broadcasts. It is commonly used when watching foreign-language content or when accessibility features are needed for the hearing impaired.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

During the live broadcast, subtitles summarizing the remarks were displayed on screen.

Sentence 2

Which setting lets you make the subtitle background black?

Sentence 3

During the breaking news segment, subtitles kept scrolling along the bottom of the screen.

Sentence 4

"Try turning off the subtitles — it changes the whole feel," he said.

Sentence 5

During dinner, my kid suddenly shouted, "I can read the subtitles!"