A movie theater is a public venue designed for viewing films with high-quality audio and visual equipment.
Palavra em 30 segundos
- A facility for watching movies on a large screen.
- Commonly known as a movie theater in English.
- Often used in the context of leisure and entertainment.
概要
映画館は、映画を観るための公共施設です。巨大なスクリーン、高性能なスピーカー、そして座席が備えられており、家庭のテレビとは比較にならない臨場感で作品を楽しめます。日本ではシネマコンプレックス（シネコン）が主流で、一つの建物内に複数のスクリーンがある施設が一般的です。
Exemplos
週末に映画館へ行きます。
everydayI will go to the movie theater this weekend.
映画館での鑑賞は迫力があります。
formalWatching at the movie theater is immersive.
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
映画館のチケット
Movie theater ticket
Frequentemente confundido com
Refers mainly to theaters for live stage performances like plays or musicals, whereas 映画館 is strictly for films.
Padrões gramaticais
How to Use It
Notas de uso
This word is neutral in register and used in both casual and formal settings. It is the standard term for a cinema. No special honorifics are required when using this noun.
Erros comuns
Learners sometimes confuse it with 'movie' (映画). Remember that 映画館 refers to the building or facility, not the film itself. Ensure you use the correct particle 'e' or 'ni' for direction.
Tips
Use with the particle 'de'
When you talk about watching a movie at a theater, use the particle 'de' (e.g., 映画館で観る). This marks the location where the action takes place.
Don't confuse with home theater
If you are watching a movie at home, do not use '映画館'. Use '家で映画を観る' instead, even if you have a high-end setup.
Popcorn culture in Japan
Just like in many other countries, buying popcorn and drinks at the theater lobby is a standard part of the Japanese movie-going experience.
Origem da palavra
The word is a compound of 'Eiga' (movie) and 'Kan' (building/hall). It reflects the early 20th-century adoption of western cinema houses in Japan.
Contexto cultural
Cinema culture is very popular in Japan, especially in urban centers. Many people enjoy the 'lady's day' or 'first of the month' discounts offered by large chains.
Dica de memorização
Think of 'Eiga' (movie) + 'Kan' (building). A building for movies is a movie theater.
Perguntas frequentes
3 perguntas映画館は映画を上映する専門の施設です。劇場は舞台演劇やコンサートなど、生身の人間がパフォーマンスを行う場所を指すことが多いです。
シネマコンプレックスの略称です。一つの建物内に複数のスクリーンがあり、同時に何種類もの映画を上映している大型施設のことを指します。
「映画館へ行きます」が標準的です。より丁寧に言うなら「映画館へ参ります」となりますが、日常会話では標準的な表現で十分です。
Teste-se
週末は友達と___映画を観に行きます。
移動の目的地を示すときは「へ」または「に」を使います。
Pontuação: /1
Summary
A movie theater is a public venue designed for viewing films with high-quality audio and visual equipment.
- A facility for watching movies on a large screen.
- Commonly known as a movie theater in English.
- Often used in the context of leisure and entertainment.
Use with the particle 'de'
When you talk about watching a movie at a theater, use the particle 'de' (e.g., 映画館で観る). This marks the location where the action takes place.
Don't confuse with home theater
If you are watching a movie at home, do not use '映画館'. Use '家で映画を観る' instead, even if you have a high-end setup.
Popcorn culture in Japan
Just like in many other countries, buying popcorn and drinks at the theater lobby is a standard part of the Japanese movie-going experience.
Exemplos
2 de 2週末に映画館へ行きます。
I will go to the movie theater this weekend.
映画館での鑑賞は迫力があります。
Watching at the movie theater is immersive.
