Foley

Also called: Foley sound

A recording technique that recreates everyday sounds, such as footsteps or rustling clothes, in a studio to match on-screen actions.

Listen for gravel footsteps as each foot lands and compare with the sound off.

Often confused with

Mickey Mousing: A technique that matches musical pitch and rhythm to each action rather than recording recreated action sounds
Ambience: Environmental sound that continues throughout a setting rather than matching individual actions