Korean

극장
Meaning: theater, cinema
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

劇
場

Example sentences

On the weekend, I went to the theater with a friend and watched a movie.
우리는 영화를 보러 극장에 갔다.
We went to the theater to see a movie.
영화가 끝나자 극장의 불이 다시 환하게 켜졌다.
When the movie ended, the theater lights turned on brightly again.
극장의 기도가 출입을 통제하고 있다.
The theater's guard is controlling the entrance.
나는 어제 극장에서 아름다운 오페라를 보았다.
I watched a beautiful opera at the theater yesterday.

Usage Notes

A place where plays, movies, or other performances are shown.

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