cinema

• Nom désignant le lieu où l'on projette des films à un public, ou l'art et l'industrie de la création de films.

A noun referring to a place where films are shown to an audience, or the art and industry of making films.

1. Movie theaterA1formal

   A place where films are shown on a large screen to an audience.

   salle de cinéma

   • We went to the cinema to watch the new superhero movie.
   • The cinema is located in the city center.
   • She bought popcorn at the cinema.

   Synonymesdrive-inmovie housemovie theatermultiplextheater

2. Film industry or art formB1formal

   The art, industry, or activity of making films.

   cinéma (industrie ou art)

   • He studied cinema at university.
   • French cinema is known for its artistic style.
   • The history of cinema began in the late 19th century.

   Synonymesfilmfilm industrysilver screen