1.
theater; movie theater; performance venue
A venue for watching movies, plays, or other live performances. Borrowed from English 'theater.' Often used in the names of specific venues or as part of compound terms like ホームシアター (home theater).
Usage
シアター refers to a venue for movies or live performances. It is often used in proper names of specific theaters or in compound words.
Common collocations
- ホームシアター (home theater)
- シアタールーム (theater room)
- IMAXシアター (IMAX theater)
Similar words
劇場 is the more general Japanese word for theater and covers both traditional and modern venues. シアター tends to sound more modern and is often used in commercial or brand contexts.