cine
nounCEFR A1High frequency
What does “cine” mean in English?
the cinema
the cinema (masc)
Example sentences
Vamos al cine esta noche.
We're going to the cinema tonight.
El cine está lleno.
The cinema is full.
Me gusta el cine español.
I like Spanish cinema.
How to use it
Cine means 'cinema' (the building) AND 'cinema/film' (the industry/medium). Masculine: el cine. Short for cinematógrafo.
Common mistake
Cine covers BOTH the venue and the medium (the industry / art form). 'Voy al cine' (cinema venue) vs 'me gusta el cine' (films as art).