screenshot
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //ˈskriːnʃɒt//
KK: /ˈskriːnʃɒt/
noun
Definition
An image that captures what is displayed on a computer screen at a specific moment.
Example
I took a screenshot of the error message to share with the tech support team.
Conversation
Did you see the funny meme I sent you earlier?
Yeah, I loved it! I wish I could take a screenshot of it.
You can easily do that on your phone or computer.
I know! I'll remember to grab a screenshot next time.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
capture
snapshot
image
Antonyms
blur
loss
deletion
verb
Definition
To capture an image of what is displayed on a computer or mobile device screen at a specific moment.
Example
I will screenshot the important information from the website.
Tense Forms
Past: screenshot
Past Participle: screenshot
Conversation
Did you see that funny meme I sent you earlier?
Yeah, it was hilarious! I had to screenshot it right away.
I'm glad you liked it! You should send me the screenshot so I can save it too.
Root Explanation
**Screenshot** → It is formed from "screen" (from Old English *scearn*, meaning a protective or dividing surface) and "shot" (from Old English *sceotan*, meaning to throw or cast). The word "screenshot" refers to capturing an image of what is displayed on a screen, as if throwing a snapshot of it.
Memory Tip
Think of capturing an image from a 'screen' and 'throwing' it as a 'shot' — that's how a screenshot works.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.