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HSK 2.0 Level 1 HSK 3.0 Level 1 Noun Very common

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Definitions

  1. 1. movie; film

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Don't confuse with 电视 (television). 电影 refers to films/movies watched in cinemas or on screens, while 电视 refers to TV programs or the device.

Formality

电影 is the most common word for 'movie' in both formal and informal settings. 影片 is slightly more formal, often used in official titles.

Example Sentences

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那个 电影 太可怕了,我不敢一个人看。
That movie is too scary; I dare not watch it alone.
那个 电影 太恐怖了,我不敢看。
That movie is too terrifying; I dare not watch it.
这个 电影 再现了古代的生活。
This film recreates ancient life.
这个 电影 很吓人。
This movie is very scary.
这个 电影 的场景非常壮观。
The scenes in this movie are very spectacular.

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