Cool MateMeaning of Theater
In simple words: A place where people watch plays and movies.
Theater in a sentence
- We went to the theater to watch a new play.
- The local theater is showing classic films this weekend.
- She always wanted to perform on the big theater stage.
How to use Theater
Use 'theater' in general contexts about performing arts. In American English, it often refers to both live performances and cinemas, while in British English, it often refers to live performances only.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'thee' and 'air' — it's a space to see plays in the air.
Related words
Collocations with Theater
- go to the theater
- theater performance
- theater tickets
- local theater
- theater arts
Common mistakes with Theater
- Confused with 'theatre' — remember 'theater' is the US spelling.
- Using 'theater' only for live performances, but it can also mean a movie cinema in the US.
- Mispronouncing it as 'theet-er' instead of 'thee-ter'.
Theater appears in
Theater in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مسرح
مكان يشاهد فيه الناس المسرحيات والأفلام.
- Bengaliবাংলা
থিয়েটার
এমন একটি জায়গা যেখানে লোকেরা নাটক এবং সিনেমা দেখে।
- GermanDeutsch
Theater
Ein Ort, an dem Leute Theaterstücke und Filme anschauen.
- SpanishEspañol
Teatro
Un lugar donde la gente ve obras y películas.
- Persianفارسی
تئاتر
جایی که مردم نمایشها و فیلمها را تماشا میکنند.
- FrenchFrançais
Théâtre
Un endroit où les gens regardent des pièces de théâtre et des films.
- Hindiहिन्दी
थिएटर
एक ऐसी जगह जहाँ लोग नाटक और फिल्में देखते हैं।
- ItalianItaliano
Teatro
Un posto dove la gente guarda spettacoli teatrali e film.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Teatro
Um lugar onde as pessoas assistem a peças e filmes.
- RussianРусский
Театр
Место, где люди смотрят спектакли и фильмы.
- Urduاردو
تھیٹر
ایک ایسی جگہ جہاں لوگ ڈرامے اور فلمیں دیکھتے ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
剧院
人们观看戏剧和电影的地方。
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Frequently asked questions about Theater
What does Theater mean?
A place where people watch plays and movies.
What is the definition of Theater?
A building or outdoor area for performance of plays, films, or concerts.
How do you use Theater in a sentence?
We went to the theater to watch a new play.
Can you give another example of Theater?
The local theater is showing classic films this weekend.
What are synonyms for Theater?
Common alternatives include playhouse, auditorium, cinema, stage, amphitheater.
What is the opposite of Theater?
Opposite meanings include home, outside.
What words go with Theater?
It commonly pairs with go to the theater, theater performance, theater tickets, local theater, theater arts.
What are common mistakes when using Theater?
Confused with 'theatre' — remember 'theater' is the US spelling. Using 'theater' only for live performances, but it can also mean a movie cinema in the US. Mispronouncing it as 'theet-er' instead of 'thee-ter'.
How do you pronounce Theater?
US: //ˈθiːətər//, UK: //ˈθɪətə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Theater?
Use 'theater' in general contexts about performing arts. In American English, it often refers to both live performances and cinemas, while in British English, it often refers to live performances only.
What CEFR level is Theater?
"Theater" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.