シャッター
also: シャッタ · シヤッター · シヤッタ
Meanings
1
camera shutter
Refers specifically to the mechanism in a camera that opens and closes to expose film or a sensor.
When I pressed the shutter, the camera clicked.
This camera has a fast shutter speed.
2
Refers to a rolling or sliding shutter, typically metal, used to secure storefronts, garages, or windows.
The shop's shutter was closed.
We installed shutters on the windows in preparation for the typhoon.
Usage patterns
- シャッターを押すto press the shutter button (to take a photo)
She raised the camera and pressed the shutter button.
- シャッターを下ろすto lower/close a (storefront) shutter
The shop owner lowered the shutter after closing.
- シャッターを上げるto raise/open a shutter
In the morning, the clerk raised the shutter.
Expressions
- シャッターを切るrelease the shutter; click the shutter