voice over
1 of 1noun/ˈvɔɪs oʊvər/
Forms:voice-overs
1
spoken descriptions given in a movie or a television show, etc. by a narrator that is not seen by the audience
A voice over is a narration technique where a speaker provides commentary or dialogue that is heard over a film, television show, or other media. The speaker's voice is heard by the audience, but they are not seen on screen. Voice overs are used to offer additional information, reveal a character's thoughts, or provide context that supports the visual elements of the story.
- The documentary featured a deep, soothing voice-over.
- The actor recorded the voice-over for the animated character.
- A well-done voice-over can enhance storytelling in movies.
- The commercial used a professional voice-over to explain the product.
- The film's voice-over guided viewers through the protagonist's thoughts.