Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Cinema'

English Word: Cinema

Key Russian Translations:

• кино [ˈkʲinə] - [Neutral, Commonly Used]
• кинотеатр [ˌkʲinətʲɪˈatr] - [Neutral, Refers to the Physical Place]

Frequency: High

Difficulty: A1 (Beginner) for both translations

Pronunciation (Russian):

кино: [ˈkʲinə]

Note on кино: The stress is on the first syllable. The 'o' sounds like a short 'i' due to vowel reduction in unstressed positions.

кинотеатр: [ˌkʲinətʲɪˈatr]

Note on кинотеатр: Stress falls on the last syllable 'атр'. The 'е' is pronounced as 'ye'.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Cinema as the Art Form or Industry

Translation(s) & Context:

• кино - Used to refer to the concept of films, movies, or the film industry in general.

Usage Examples:

• Я люблю русское кино.

  I love Russian cinema.

• Кино — это важная часть культуры.

  Cinema is an important part of culture.

• Ты смотрел новое кино?

  Have you watched the new movie?

2. Cinema as a Physical Place (Movie Theater)

Translation(s) & Context:

• кинотеатр - Refers specifically to a movie theater or venue where films are shown.

Usage Examples:

• Мы идём в кинотеатр сегодня вечером.

  We are going to the cinema tonight.

• Этот кинотеатр очень старый, но уютный.

  This cinema is very old but cozy.

• В кинотеатре показывают новый фильм.

  They are showing a new movie at the cinema.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

кино: This is a neuter noun and does not change form in singular or plural (indeclinable). It remains "кино" in all cases.

кинотеатр: This is a masculine noun. It follows the regular declension pattern for masculine nouns ending in a consonant.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms for кино:

• фильм (specifically for a movie)
• кинематограф (more formal, refers to the art or industry)

Note: "фильм" is often used for a specific movie, while "кино" can refer to cinema in general or a movie casually.

Synonyms for кинотеатр:

• кинозал (refers to the hall or room within a cinema)

Antonyms: None directly applicable for either term.

Related Phrases:

• смотреть кино - to watch a movie
• идти в кино - to go to the movies/cinema
• новое кино - a new movie
• билет в кинотеатр - a ticket to the cinema

Usage Notes:

• Choosing between кино and кинотеатр: Use "кино" when talking about movies or the concept of cinema in general. Use "кинотеатр" when referring to the physical location where movies are shown.
• Informality: "кино" is widely used in both formal and informal contexts, while "кинотеатр" is neutral but slightly more formal.
• Grammar: Remember that "кино" is indeclinable, so it does not change form regardless of the case or number.

Common Errors:

• Mixing up кино and кинотеатр: English speakers often use "кино" to refer to the physical place. Incorrect: "Я иду в кино" when meaning the theater. Correct: "Я иду в кинотеатр" for the place, or "Я иду в кино" to imply watching a movie (context-dependent).
• Declension Errors with кинотеатр: Beginners may forget to decline "кинотеатр" in sentences. Incorrect: "Я был в кинотеатр." Correct: "Я был в кинотеатре."

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, "кино" holds a significant place, especially due to the rich history of Soviet cinema. Watching movies, both in theaters (кинотеатр) and at home, is a popular pastime. Many classic Soviet films are still widely appreciated and discussed, and the term "кино" often evokes a sense of nostalgia.

Related Concepts:

• фильм (movie)
• режиссёр (director)
• актёр (actor)
• сценарий (script)