Cinema in Tagalog

Cinema in Tagalog is “Sinehan.” This term refers to both the physical movie theater where films are shown and the art of filmmaking itself. The word comes from the Spanish influence on Filipino language, blending with native linguistic patterns.

Understanding how to talk about movies and theaters in Tagalog opens up conversations about Filipino film culture, entertainment, and social activities. Let’s explore the complete translation and usage below.

[Words] = Cinema

[Definition]:
– Cinema /ˈsɪnəmə/
– Noun 1: A theater where movies are shown for public entertainment.
– Noun 2: The production of movies as an art or industry; the art of filmmaking.
– Noun 3: Movies collectively, especially when considered as an art form.

[Synonyms] = Sinehan, Sine, Pelikula, Tabing-pelikula, Bulwagan ng sine.

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: We went to the cinema last night to watch the new action movie.
– Ex1_PH: Pumunta kami sa sinehan kagabi para manood ng bagong action movie.

– Ex2_EN: French cinema has influenced filmmakers around the world.
– Ex2_PH: Ang Pranses na sine ay nag-impluwensya sa mga filmmaker sa buong mundo.

– Ex3_EN: The local cinema is showing three different films this weekend.
– Ex3_PH: Ang lokal na sinehan ay nagpapakita ng tatlong magkakaibang pelikula ngayong weekend.

– Ex4_EN: She studied cinema and theater arts at the university.
– Ex4_PH: Nag-aral siya ng sine at sining sa teatro sa unibersidad.

– Ex5_EN: Independent cinema offers unique perspectives different from mainstream Hollywood.
– Ex5_PH: Ang independent sine ay nag-aalok ng natatanging pananaw na iba sa mainstream Hollywood.