快照

快照 (kuài zhào) is the Chinese term for 'snapshot,' referring to a quick, temporary image or record of a situation, often used in digital contexts such as computer systems, photography, or data management.

The character 快 (kuài) means 'quick' or 'fast,' while 照 (zhào) originally meant 'to shine' or 'to illuminate,' but has evolved to mean 'photo' or 'image.' Together, 快照 conveys the idea of a quick capture or image.

快照 is commonly used in technology and media, such as in software updates, system backups, or social media posts. It can also refer to a brief moment captured in time, like a photo taken in an instant. Understanding this term helps learners grasp how Chinese speakers describe rapid data or visual captures in modern life.