Moviegoer: meaning, definitions and examples
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moviegoer
[ ˈmuːviˌɡoʊər ]
film audience
A moviegoer is someone who regularly attends movies in a theater. This term often refers to individuals who enjoy watching films and make it a point to visit cinemas frequently. Moviegoers may have particular preferences for genres, directors, or types of films.
Synonyms
cinephile, film buff, film fanatic
Examples of usage
- The moviegoer eagerly waited for the latest superhero film to be released.
- As a dedicated moviegoer, she attends film festivals every year.
- Many moviegoers prefer to watch films on opening night.
- He considers himself a moviegoer because he enjoys the cinematic experience.
Translations
Translations of the word "moviegoer" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cinéfilo
🇮🇳 फिल्म प्रेमी
🇩🇪 Filmbesucher
🇮🇩 pengunjung bioskop
🇺🇦 кінофіл
🇵🇱 kinoman
🇯🇵 映画愛好者
🇫🇷 cinéphile
🇪🇸 aficionado al cine
🇹🇷 sinema sever
🇰🇷 영화 애호가
🇸🇦 محب السينما
🇨🇿 filmofil
🇸🇰 filmofil
🇨🇳 影迷
🇸🇮 filmski navdušenec
🇮🇸 kvikmyndasáun
🇰🇿 кинолюбитель
🇬🇪 კინომანია
🇦🇿 film sevən
🇲🇽 aficionado al cine
Etymology
The term 'moviegoer' combines 'movie,' which originates from the early 20th century, derived from 'moving picture,' a description of films that use motion to tell a story, and 'goer,' a suffix denoting a person who goes to a particular place. 'Movie' is itself an informal term that became prevalent in the 1920s as films gained widespread popularity. The suffix 'goer' can be traced back to Old English 'gān,' meaning 'to go,' and it has been used in various contexts (such as 'footballer' or 'shopper') to describe someone who is associated with a specific activity. The concept of a moviegoer emerged as cinema became a staple of entertainment, especially during the Golden Age of Hollywood in the mid-20th century, reflecting society's growing affinity for the art of film. As the film industry continued to evolve, so did the identity of the moviegoer, encompassing a diverse audience that spans different ages, backgrounds, and interests.