also: トーキ
noun
talkie; sound film
Historical term for early motion pictures with synchronized sound, as opposed to silent films.
1920年代後半、トーキーが急速に普及した。
In the late 1920s, talkies spread rapidly.
noun
prerecorded announcement
Refers to automated voice announcements, such as those in stations, airports, or on public transport.
駅のトーキーで次の電車の案内が流れた。
The next train information was announced by the station's prerecorded announcement.