Arabic · Culture & Society
فيلم
film
Movie
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
A story shown in moving pictures.
Example
شاهدنا فيلما مصريا قديما.
We watched an old Egyptian movie.
Etymology
The term 'فيلم' (film) is a loanword derived from English, adopted into Arabic as cinema became more prevalent in the 20th century.
How & Where It’s Used
'Film' is primarily used in informal and formal discussions about cinema, entertainment, and media. It is widely recognized across Arabic-speaking countries.