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“watch a movie” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinguān yǐng

Example

我们一起观影吧。wǒ men yì qǐ guān yǐng ba

Let's watch a movie together.

Illustration for 观影 (watch a movie)

How to say “watch a movie” in Chinese

“Watch a movie” in Chinese is 观影 (guān yǐng).

A focused encounter with a film on a screen, in a cinema or in another setting.

Full entry for 观影: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 观影

许多人喜欢周末跟朋友观影。xǔ duō rén xǐ huān zhōu mò gēn péng yǒu guān yǐng

Many people enjoy watching movies with friends on weekends.

Tips for using 观影

  • This compact term often suits cinema programs, reviews, and organized events more naturally than relaxed everyday conversation.

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