Definitions
n. A place where people pay to watch films.
电影院
n. Films considered as an art form or industry.
电影艺术；电影业
Example
We met outside the cinema and bought some popcorn.
我们在电影院外碰面，买了些爆米花。
International cinema allows audiences to explore unfamiliar cultures and consider social issues from different perspectives.
国际电影让观众能够了解陌生的文化，并从不同角度思考社会问题。
Collocations
- go to the cinema
- a cinema ticket
- world cinema
- independent cinema
Word family
- cinematic (adj.)
Synonyms
- movie theater
Usage tip
英式常说go to the cinema，美式常说go to the movies。
FAQ
- What does cinema mean?
- A place where people pay to watch films. Films considered as an art form or industry.
- How is cinema pronounced?
- UK /ˈsɪnəmə/, US /ˈsɪnəmə/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
