cinematográfico

see-neh-mah-toh-GRAH-fee-koh/sinematoˈɣɾafiko/

“cinematográfico” means “cinematic” in Spanish (referring to the quality or style of a movie).

cinematic, film

Also: filmmaking

AdjectivemB1

A classic movie camera on a tripod under a bright studio spotlight in a dramatic setting.

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Fuimos a un festival cinematográfico muy importante.

We went to a very important film festival.

La ciudad tiene un gran valor cinematográfico por sus paisajes.

The city has great cinematic value because of its landscapes.

Ese director tiene un lenguaje cinematográfico muy personal.

That director has a very personal cinematic language.

Word Connections

Synonyms

fílmico (filmic/related to film)
de cine (of the cinema)

Common Collocations

industria cinematográfica – film industry
estreno cinematográfico – movie premiere
adaptación cinematográfica – film adaptation

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Words that translate to "cinematográfico" in Spanish:

cinematic→filmmaking→

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Quick Quiz: cinematográfico

Question 1 of 3

Which is the correct way to say 'the film industry'?

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👥 Word Family▼

cine(cinema/movies) — Noun

cinematografía(cinematography) — Noun

cineasta(filmmaker) — Noun

cinemateca(film library) — Noun

🎵 Rhymes▼

gráficogeográficotráfico

📚 Etymology▼

Formed from two Greek-derived parts: 'kinēma' meaning movement (the root of 'cinema') and 'graphos' meaning writing or drawing.

First recorded: Late 19th century (coinciding with the invention of cinema)

Cognates (Related words)

English: cinematographicFrench: cinématographiqueItalian: cinematografico

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'cinematográfico' only for movies?

Mostly, yes. It refers to anything related to the world of film, including the technical parts, the industry, or even a scene in real life that looks like it belongs in a movie.

What's the difference between 'fílmico' and 'cinematográfico'?

They are very similar! 'Cinematográfico' is much more common. 'Fílmico' specifically refers to the physical film or the recording itself, but they are often used as synonyms.

Can I use it to mean 'spectacular'?

Yes! Just like in English, you can describe a beautiful sunset or a dramatic event as 'cinematográfico' to imply it looks like a scene from a movie.