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לקולנוע — meaning in English: To the cinema
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to/for the cinema
מבצר
mivtsar
ביעילות
biy'ilut
לקולנוע
lakolno'a
הראה
her'a
תפסו
tafsu
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informal
very common
Usage
Native Hebrew speakers often use the word 'לקולנוע' when discussing plans for leisure activities, especially on weekends. For instance, you might hear someone say, 'האם אתה רוצה ללכת לקולנוע היום?' (Do you want to go to the cinema today?) when making weekend plans with friends or family.
Synonyms & nuances
'לקולנוע' is specifically used to indicate going to the cinema, while 'לראות סרט' (lirot seret) means 'to watch a movie.' You would use 'לקולנוע' when referring specifically to the venue, whereas 'לראות סרט' emphasizes the act of watching a film.
Culture
'לקולנוע' is derived from the Hebrew word 'קולנוע' (kolno'a), which itself comes from the Arabic word 'سينما' (sinema), borrowed from the English 'cinema.' This word reflects the cultural significance of cinema in Israeli society, where movie-going is a popular pastime. Many cities have vibrant cinema scenes featuring both local and international films, making the phrase a part of everyday conversation.
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