Korean word

영화제

Pronunciation

Romanizationyeonghwaje

Meaning

nounfilm festival

Example

영화제 표를 어디서 살 수 있어요?yeong hwa je pyo reul eo di seo sal ssu i sseo yo

Where can I buy tickets for the film festival?

More examples

영화제 기간에 어떤 영화가 상영돼요?yeong hwa je ki ga ne eo tteon yeong hwa ga sang yeong dwae yo

What films are shown during the film festival?

Core concept

A formal event that brings many films together for public viewing, evaluation, and celebration.

Common phrases

영화제 표yeong hwa je pyo
film festival ticket
영화제 기간yeong hwa je ki gan
film festival dates

Similar words

개막식kaemakssik: A ceremony that officially marks the beginning of an event.
시사회sisahoe: A screening held before public release for invited guests.
시상식sisangsik: A formal ceremony where awards are presented to outstanding films or people.

Definition in Korean

주로 일정 기간 동안 여러 작품을 상영하고 심사·시상·좌담·레드카펫 등으로 영화인과 관객이 만나는 공식 행사.chu ro il jeong ki gan tong an yeo reo chak pu meul sang yeong ha go sim sa si sang chwa dam re deu ka pet teung eu ro yeong hwa in gwa kwan gae gi man na neun kong sik haeng sa

Word origin

The word is formed from the Sino-Korean term for film and a suffix meaning a festival or ceremonial event.

Usage tips

A film festival may include premieres, guest appearances, and competition sections, so its schedule matters when making plans.