théâtre
/te.ɑtʁ/
The English phrase "theatre" is translated into French as théâtre.
Similar to English, théâtre can refer to the physical building or outdoor space where performances take place, as well as the art form of drama itself.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word is masculine, so it uses the masculine articles le or un.
How do you pronounce it?
/te.ɑtʁ/
Did you know?
- Historically, French theatre was strictly regulated by the Comédie-Française, which was established by Louis XIV to be the official state theatre.
- The term théâtre de boulevard refers to a specific genre of light, commercial comedies performed in the theatres along the wide streets of Paris.
- In French, théâtre is used in military contexts to describe a 'theatre of operations', referring to the specific geographic area where a war or campaign is fought.
Examples in context
- Je vais au théâtre.I go to the theatre.This sentence is useful for expressing that you are going to the theatre.Tatoeba #526284 by Aiji, translation #526285 by sundown
- Le théâtre est vide.The theatre is empty.This sentence is useful for describing the state of a theatre being empty.Tatoeba #7094495 by Micsmithel, translation #11895098 by sundown
- Le théâtre était bondé.The theatre was jam-packed.This sentence is useful for describing a theatre that is jam-packed.Tatoeba #2281946 by sacredceltic, translation #11948986 by sundown
- On se retrouve au théâtre pour la première de la nouvelle pièce.Let's meet at the theatre for the premiere of the new play.
- La nouvelle salle de spectacle accueillera des productions internationales.The new performance hall will host international productions.
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Example conversation
Chloé and Gabriel are walking in the city center.
- ChloéOn va au théâtre ce soir ?Are we going to the theatre tonight?
- GabrielOui, le théâtre est devant nous.Yes, the theatre is right in front of us.
- ChloéIl est très grand, ce théâtre.This theatre is very large.
- GabrielC'est un très beau théâtre.It is a very beautiful theatre.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry théâtre, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
