documentary
Translation
documentary
Examples
We watched a documentary about wildlife.
We watched a documentary about wildlife.
The film was a moving documentary.
The film was a moving documentary.
Grammar Patterns
a documentary ((about/on sth.)) a documentary about climate change
Similar Words
Synonyms: non-fiction film, factual programme
Etymology
From 'document' + '-ary' (a suffix forming adjectives and nouns). It implies being based on documents or facts.
Memory Tips
A documentary is a film that 'documents' a real story or subject.