スクリーン

• Reading: スクリーン
• Romaji: sukuriin
• Pronunciation: /sɯ.kɯ.ɾiːɴ/

Meaning

A screen. A flat surface used for displaying images or video.

A loanword from English 'screen.' Used for movie screens, projection screens, and sometimes computer monitors, though モニター or 画面 are more common for the latter. Often encountered when talking about cinemas or presentations.

Examples

1. 映画館のスクリーンはとても大きかった。 The movie theater screen was really big.
2. スクリーンに写真を映しましょう。 Let's project the photos on the screen.
3. 前の方がスクリーンがよく見えます。 The screen is easier to see from the front.

Usage Guide

Context: cinema, presentations, technology

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Borrowed from English 'screen.' Entered Japanese during the spread of cinema and projection technology in the early 20th century.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal