noun, noun, used as a suffix
projection; reflection; image; reception; picture quality
Refers to how an image appears, such as on a screen, photo, or mirror. Often used in compounds like テレビの映り (TV reception) or 写真の写り (photo quality).
このテレビは映りが悪い。
This TV has poor reception.
写真の写りがとてもきれいだ。
The photo came out very nicely.
noun
Describes how well something suits or blends with something else, often in terms of appearance or style. Commonly used with 映りがいい/悪い.
その服は彼女にとても映りがいい。
That outfit really suits her.
Noun form of the verb うつる (写る/映る), meaning 'to be reflected/projected/photographed'. The kanji 写 is used for photographic or copying contexts, while 映 is used for reflection and projection.