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Subtitle timing
Subtitle timing defines when each cue appears and disappears relative to the speech, shot and viewer reading time.
Definition
Subtitle timing defines when each cue appears and disappears relative to the speech, shot and viewer reading time.
How it appears in real workflows
Check timing after translation because a longer target-language line may need a different split or review. In a series, check scene changes and repeated dialogue across episodes.
What it is not
Timing is more than shifting every cue by one offset; individual cues can overlap, drift or become too short to read.
Review questions
- What is the actual source: audio, visible text or a separate subtitle file?
- Which episode, market, language or product version does this output belong to?
- What must be checked before the localized video or subtitle file is released?
Frequently asked questions
What is subtitle timing?
Subtitle timing defines when each cue appears and disappears relative to the speech, shot and viewer reading time.
When should a team review subtitle timing?
Check timing after translation because a longer target-language line may need a different split or review. In a series, check scene changes and repeated dialogue across episodes.
Related Weydub resources
Free subtitle tools · Short-drama localization · Ecommerce video localization · Video translation
Apply this term in a real workflow
Use subtitle timing as a review decision, not just a label on a task. Identify the source asset, the version being changed and who can approve the result. A mechanically valid subtitle can still contain the wrong name, product detail or intended meaning.
Inputs, outputs and limits
Input: A source video, subtitle file or localization delivery decision involving subtitle timing.
Output: A shared definition, relevant workflow decisions and review questions.
Limits: An explanatory reference, not an automated check, translation result or promise of accuracy.