This is the 6243rd most frequent Chinese word.
影院
Cinema.
In this sentence, '影院' is used to indicate the physical building or facility where movies are shown.
今晚我们要去市中心的影院看新的电影。
Tonight we are going to the cinema in the city center to watch a new movie.
In this sentence, '影院' is referenced as an establishment known for its particular features and customer experience.
这座影院以其豪华的环境而闻名。
This cinema is famous for its luxurious environment.
In this sentence, '影院' is used metaphorically to describe a setting or quality akin to that of a theater.