upload a video
/ʌpˈloʊd ə ˈvɪdioʊ/
Meaning
This phrase means to transfer a video file from a local device, like a computer or phone, to the internet or a social media platform. It is commonly used when talking about YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram. The tone is completely neutral and standard in digital contexts.
Examples
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I need to edit this clip before I upload a video to my channel.
I need to edit this clip before I upload a video to my channel.
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She decided to upload a video of her cat doing tricks.
She decided to upload a video of her cat doing tricks.
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It takes forever to upload a video when the Wi-Fi is this slow.
It takes forever to upload a video when the Wi-Fi is this slow.
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Did you upload a video of the concert last night?
Did you upload a video of the concert last night?
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He plans to upload a video every Thursday to keep his subscribers engaged.
He plans to upload a video every Thursday to keep his subscribers engaged.
Common Mistakes
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✗ I want to up the video to YouTube.
✓ I want to upload a video to YouTube.
'Up' is not a verb in this context; you must use the full verb 'upload' to describe transferring files to the internet.
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✗ She uploaded a video on Facebook.
✓ She uploaded a video to Facebook.
We upload files 'to' a platform, not 'on' it, although we can say a video is 'posted on' Facebook.
Related Expressions
Practice
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Can you help me ___ to YouTube? It keeps failing.
💡 Transfer a video file to the internet.
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upload a video
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She wants to ___ of her vacation to share with friends.
💡 Put a video online.
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upload a video