Translation guide
A short segment of video, often shared online or used in editing.
Referring to a brief video, especially one shared on social media or messaging apps.
The most common and general term for any video, including short clips. Often used in compounds.
I sent this video clip to my friend.
A loanword from English, commonly used for short video clips, especially in editing or online contexts.
Refers to video footage or imagery, often used in news or professional contexts. Can sound more formal.
Specifically referring to short-form vertical videos on platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts.
A segment extracted from a longer video for editing or compilation purposes.
動画 is the general term for any video, including clips. 映像 often refers to footage or imagery, especially in news or professional contexts, and can sound more formal. For a casual video clip, 動画 is preferred.
Show me the video clip from yesterday's party.
We checked the surveillance camera footage.
そのクリップはすぐにバイラルになった。
That clip went viral quickly.
ニュースでその映像が流れた。
That video clip was shown on the news.
I posted a Reel on Instagram.
Combine the video clips into one file.