Theatre in Tagalog

“Theatre” in Tagalog is translated as “teatro” or “tanghalan.” “Teatro” refers to the building or venue where performances take place, while “tanghalan” emphasizes the stage or performance space itself. Both terms are widely used in Filipino when discussing theatrical arts and performance venues.

Let’s explore the different contexts and usage of “theatre” in Tagalog to help you communicate effectively about performing arts.

[Words] = Theatre

[Definition]:

• Theatre /ˈθiːətər/ (British) or Theater /ˈθiːətər/ (American)
• Noun 1: A building or outdoor area where plays and other dramatic performances are given
• Noun 2: The activity or profession of acting in, producing, directing, or writing plays
• Noun 3: A room or hall for lectures, demonstrations, or cinema screenings
• Noun 4: A place where significant events or actions occur

[Synonyms] = Teatro, Tanghalan, Sinehan, Dulaan, Entablado, Pook-tanghalan

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: We went to the theatre to watch a musical last night.
• Ex1_PH: Pumunta kami sa teatro para manood ng musical kagabi.
• Ex2_EN: She has been studying theatre arts for five years.
• Ex2_PH: Nag-aaral siya ng sining teatro sa loob ng limang taon.
• Ex3_EN: The theatre was packed with enthusiastic audiences.
• Ex3_PH: Ang tanghalan ay puno ng mga masigasig na manonood.
• Ex4_EN: He works as a director in a local theatre company.
• Ex4_PH: Siya ay nagtatrabaho bilang direktor sa isang lokal na kompanya ng teatro.
• Ex5_EN: The operating theatre is equipped with modern medical devices.
• Ex5_PH: Ang operating theatre ay nilagyan ng mga modernong kagamitang medikal.