トーキー
also: トーキ
Meanings
1
talkie; sound film
Historical term for early motion pictures with synchronized sound, as opposed to silent films.
In the late 1920s, talkies spread rapidly.
2
prerecorded announcement
Refers to automated voice announcements, such as those in stations, airports, or on public transport.
The next train information was announced by the station's prerecorded announcement.
Usage patterns
- トーキーが登場するfor talkies to emerge (historically)
Talkies emerged at the end of the 1920s.
- 〈場所〉のトーキーが流れるfor a prerecorded announcement to play at a place
The station's automated announcement played, informing passengers of the train's arrival.