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March 24, 2026
镜头(鏡頭)jìngtóu(jing4tou2)
镜头 (jìngtóu) refers to a camera lens or a scene in film and photography. It denotes both the physical component that captures images and the conceptual frame of a shot, highlighting its importance in visual storytelling.
Frequency#2193DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese cinema, the term 镜头 is crucial in discussions of filmmaking techniques, emphasizing the role of visual composition in storytelling. It reflects the growing influence of film culture in contemporary Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'mirror' (镜) reflecting a 'head' (头) in a camera lens, capturing every detail. Picture a scene where someone adjusts the lens to focus on their own reflection, emphasizing how 镜头 captures moments.
Meanings of 镜头
jìngtóu(jing4tou2)
1camera lens
2camera shot (in a movie etc)
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About 镜头
镜头Simplified
鏡頭Traditional
—Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2193Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 镜头
Quick Contrast
镜片 (jìngpiàn) refers specifically to a lens element in optics, while 镜头 (jìngtóu) encompasses the entire camera lens assembly and its role in film or photography.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'mirror' (镜) reflecting a 'head' (头) in a camera lens, capturing every detail. Picture a scene where someone adjusts the lens to focus on their own reflection, emphasizing how 镜头 captures moments.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 镜头 with related terms like 照相机 (camera) or 画面 (image). It is used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in discussions about film and photography. Be mindful of the tone; the fourth tone in 镜 and the second tone in 头 can be tricky.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 镜头 connects to other vocabulary related to media and technology. Focus on how it pairs with verbs like 拍 (to take a photo) and 录 (to record) to enhance your understanding of cinematic language.
Cultural Note
In Chinese cinema, the term 镜头 is crucial in discussions of filmmaking techniques, emphasizing the role of visual composition in storytelling. It reflects the growing influence of film culture in contemporary Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 镜头 with 画面 when discussing film; for example, saying '我喜欢这个画面' (I like this shot) instead of '我喜欢这个镜头'. Another mistake is mispronouncing the tones, which can lead to misunderstandings.
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Grammar Patterns of 镜头
镜头 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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自动曝光按钮安装在____脱卸按钮下面，十分不便。
The autoexposure button is awkwardly placed under the lens release button.
Your camcorder should have these basic features: autofocus, playback facility, zoom lens.
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为什么不给所有的镜头都配上遮光罩呢？
wéi shí mó bù gěi suǒ yǒu de jìng tóu dū pèi shàng zhē guāng zhào ne？
Why aren't all lenses supplied with a lens hood?
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为什么男性正面全裸的镜头在电影里还是如此少见呢？
wéi shí mó nán xìng zhèng miàn quán luǒ de jìng tóu zài diàn yǐng lǐ huán shì rú cǐ shǎo jiàn ne？
Why is full-frontal male nudity still so scarce in films?
9
对难分先后的冲线镜头的回放显示奥蒂先于奥运冠军到达终点。
duì nán fēn xiān hòu de chōng xiàn jìng tóu de huí fàng xiǎn shì ào dì xiān yú ào yùn guān jūn dào dá zhōng diǎn。
The replays of the close finish showed Ottey finished ahead of the Olympic champion.
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电视台摄像师被请进来拍摄他工作的镜头。
diàn shì tái shè xiàng shī bèi qǐng jìn lái pāi shè tā gōng zuò de jìng tóu。
Television cameras were invited in to film him at work.
Cultural Notes for 镜头
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese cinema, the term 镜头 is crucial in discussions of filmmaking techniques, emphasizing the role of visual composition in storytelling. It reflects the growing influence of film culture in contemporary Chinese society.
Frequently Asked Questions about 镜头
镜头 refers specifically to the camera lens, while 照相机 means camera itself.
Yes, 镜头 can describe both the lens and a specific shot or scene in film.
It's more common in discussions about photography or film, so it's not a daily conversation word unless you're in those fields.
