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theatre

Meaning in simple English

US /ˈθiːətɚ/ · UK /ˈθɪətə/

theatre means: A building where people sit and watch actors perform plays on a stage.

noun

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A building where people sit and watch actors perform plays on a stage.

  • The theatre is near the station.
  • We bought tickets for the new theatre.
  • Several old theatres have been restored.

How to use it: at the theatre (We met at the theatre before the play.)

Similar words: playhouse

Common phrases: go to the theatre, local theatre, theatre tickets, theatre audience

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