How to Write Captions

Introduction

• Welcome to the video on writing captions.
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Overview

• Explanation of how to write engaging captions in English.

Topics Covered

1. What is Caption Text?
2. Function of Caption Text
3. Types of Caption Text
   • Identification
   • Cutline
   • Summary
   • Expanded
   • Group Identification
   • Quote
4. Structure for Writing Caption Text
5. How to Write a Caption
6. Language Features in Captions

What is Caption Text?

• A brief description that identifies or introduces a document, graphic, or photo.
• Additional information usually located below the image.

Function of Caption Text

• To help the reader/viewer understand more information not available in the photo or video.

Types of Caption Text

1. Identification
   • Describes who is in the picture if only one person is shown.
   • Example: “Eren Laurie, a student of the University.”
2. Cutline
   • Describes who is in the picture and what they are doing.
   • Keywords: Who and What.
   • Example: “Eren Laurie, a student of the university, poses in front of her college.”
3. Summary
   • Provides a complete description answering the 5Ws (Who, What, When, Where, Why).
   • Example: “Indian workers were cleaning machines on November 9, 2018, during an event to celebrate Diwali.”
4. Expanded
   • A more complete form of Summary including the 5Ws and How it happened.
   • Includes quotations.
   • Example: Full detailed description with a quote at the end.
5. Group Identification
   • Used when the image contains more than one person.
   • Example: “Belgian Royal couple King Felipe and Queen Mathilde pose in front of the Taj Mahal.”
6. Quote
   • Contains a quote related to the picture.
   • Example: “Sometimes life is going to hit you in the head with a brick. Don't lose faith.” - Steve Jobs

How to Write a Caption

1. Observe the Picture or Video
   • Analyze the image or video you are captioning.
2. Find the Message
   • Determine the message to be conveyed.
3. Write Sentences or Phrases
   • Draft sentences or phrases that align with the image.

Language Features in Captions

1. Simple Present Tense
   • Uses the base form of the verb for verbal sentences and “is/am/are” for nominal sentences.
   • Example: “Eren Laurie is at the university.”
2. Direct Speech/Quotes
   • Uses quotation marks to indicate direct quotes.
   • Example: “Eren won the International speech competition,” said Steve Jobs.

Conclusion

• Recap of how to write and understand caption text.
• Encourage viewers to apply these tips.
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