word
foley
FOH-lee
ˈfoʊliListen
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Syllable breakdown
foley
Dictionary meaning
Custom-recorded everyday sound effects added in post-production to enhance realism.
History and origin
Named after sound-effects artist Jack Foley.
Examples
- The footsteps were rebuilt in foley after the location audio proved unusable.
Common mispronunciations
FOWL-ee
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