ins Kino gehen
To go to the cinema
직역: into-the cinema go
Use `ins Kino gehen` for the physical act of going to a movie theater for a social outing.
15초 만에
- Standard phrase for going to see a movie at a theater.
- Uses 'ins' (in + das) because you are moving toward it.
- Perfect for dates, social plans, or discussing weekend hobbies.
뜻
This phrase is the standard way to say you're heading out to the movie theater for a show. It covers the whole experience, from meeting friends to buying snacks and watching the film.
주요 예문
3 / 6Inviting a friend out
Wollen wir heute Abend ins Kino gehen?
Do we want to go to the cinema tonight?
Talking about hobbies
In meiner Freizeit gehe ich oft ins Kino.
In my free time, I often go to the cinema.
A formal invitation to a colleague
Hätten Sie Interesse, heute Abend ins Kino zu gehen?
Would you be interested in going to the cinema tonight?
문화적 배경
Cinema is a major social pillar in Germany, with a strong preference for 'Programmkino' (arthouse theaters). Interestingly, Germany is one of the few places where sweet popcorn is significantly more popular than salty popcorn. Most movies are professionally dubbed, but 'OmU' (Original with subtitles) screenings are popular in larger cities.
The Popcorn Surprise
In Germany, if you just ask for popcorn, you'll likely get it sweet (covered in sugar). If you want salty popcorn, you must specifically ask for 'salziges Popcorn'!
Ins vs. Im
Remember: 'ins' is for the journey (I am going there), and 'im' is for the location (I am already sitting in the seat).
15초 만에
- Standard phrase for going to see a movie at a theater.
- Uses 'ins' (in + das) because you are moving toward it.
- Perfect for dates, social plans, or discussing weekend hobbies.
What It Means
ins Kino gehen is your golden ticket to movie night. It means leaving your house specifically to watch a film on the big screen. You aren't just watching a screen at home. You are participating in a classic, shared social event. It is one of the first phrases you learn because it is so useful for making plans.
How To Use It
The phrase uses the clever contraction ins. This combines the preposition in (into) and the article das (the). Since you are moving toward a destination, we use the accusative case. Use it with the verb gehen. In a basic sentence, gehen changes based on the person. "I go" becomes Ich gehe ins Kino. If you want to ask a friend, start with the verb. Gehen wir ins Kino? is a perfect, simple invitation. Just remember to keep ins as one word. It sounds much more natural than saying in das.
When To Use It
Use this phrase whenever you are planning a night out. It works perfectly for a first date. It is great for a rainy Sunday with your family. You can even use it in a professional setting. Perhaps you are discussing your weekend hobbies with a new colleague. It is a safe, friendly, and universal topic. Whether you are texting a group chat or talking to your grandma, this phrase fits right in.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use this phrase if you are staying on your couch. If you are watching Netflix, use the verb fernsehen instead. Also, do not use it for live theater or plays. For those, you would go ins Theater. If you are already standing inside the building, stop using ins. At that point, you are im Kino (in the cinema). ins is strictly for the movement of going there. If you say ins while sitting in your seat, people might think you're sleepwalking!
Cultural Background
Germany has a very rich and cozy cinema culture. Many cities have small, independent theaters called Programmkinos. These show artistic films or old classics in a vintage setting. Germans also take their cinema snacks very seriously. You will almost always find sweet popcorn as the default choice. Salty popcorn is available, but the sweet version is a national favorite. Most international films are dubbed into German. If you want the original language, look for the code OmU on the schedule. This stands for "Original mit Untertiteln" (Original with subtitles).
Common Variations
You might hear people say einen Film ansehen. This focuses more on the act of watching. ins Kino gehen is about the entire outing. For a very casual vibe, you can just ask Lust auf Kino?. This literally means "Lust for cinema?" and is the ultimate low-effort invitation. If you are going to a specific type of theater, you might say ins Open-Air-Kino gehen during the warm summer months.
사용 참고사항
This is a very safe phrase for beginners. Just be careful with the verb conjugation of `gehen` and remember that `ins` is for movement.
The Popcorn Surprise
In Germany, if you just ask for popcorn, you'll likely get it sweet (covered in sugar). If you want salty popcorn, you must specifically ask for 'salziges Popcorn'!
Ins vs. Im
Remember: 'ins' is for the journey (I am going there), and 'im' is for the location (I am already sitting in the seat).
Check the Language
Look for 'OV' (Original Version) or 'OmU' (Subtitles) if you aren't ready to watch a movie entirely dubbed in German yet.
예시
6Wollen wir heute Abend ins Kino gehen?
Do we want to go to the cinema tonight?
A very standard way to suggest a plan.
In meiner Freizeit gehe ich oft ins Kino.
In my free time, I often go to the cinema.
Using the phrase to describe a regular habit.
Hätten Sie Interesse, heute Abend ins Kino zu gehen?
Would you be interested in going to the cinema tonight?
Uses the formal 'Sie' and 'Hätten' for politeness.
Lust, morgen ins Kino zu gehen? 🍿
Fancy going to the cinema tomorrow?
Shortened for a casual text message vibe.
Ich gehe nur ins Kino, um teure Nachos zu essen.
I only go to the cinema to eat expensive nachos.
A relatable joke about the cost of snacks.
Wir sind an unserem ersten Date ins Kino gegangen.
We went to the cinema on our first date.
Uses the past tense (Perfekt) to describe a memory.
셀프 테스트
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verb 'gehen'.
Am Samstag ___ meine Freunde und ich ins Kino.
Since the subject is 'meine Freunde und ich' (we), you must use the 'wir' form of the verb, which is 'gehen'.
Choose the correct prepositional contraction.
Möchtest du ___ Kino gehen?
'ins' is the contraction of 'in das', used for movement towards a destination in the accusative case.
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시각 학습 자료
Formality of Movie Invitations
Short, slangy text to a best friend.
Kino heute?
Standard way to ask a friend or family member.
Wollen wir ins Kino gehen?
Polite request to a boss or new acquaintance.
Möchten Sie vielleicht ins Kino gehen?
When to use 'ins Kino gehen'
First Date
A classic icebreaker activity.
Rainy Day
Escaping the bad weather for a few hours.
Small Talk
Discussing weekend plans with colleagues.
Family Outing
Taking the kids to see the latest animation.
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Yes, it is a contraction of in and das. It specifically indicates movement into a place.
It is grammatically possible but sounds very unnatural. Germans almost always use ins Kino gehen for this activity.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your partner, or a stranger without changing the phrase itself.
ins Kino gehen describes the whole social event of going out. einen Film sehen focuses only on the act of watching the movie.
You change the preposition to im. You would say Ich bin im Kino.
Yes, it is a very popular hobby, especially in winter. Arthouse cinemas (Programmkinos) are particularly beloved.
It stands for Original mit Untertiteln. This means the movie is in its original language with German subtitles.
Yes! In this context, gehen refers to the plan/outing, not necessarily the physical act of walking.
The plural is Kinos. For example: In Berlin gibt es viele Kinos.
It varies, but a ticket usually costs between 8 and 15 Euros. Snacks can be quite pricey, just like in other countries!
관련 표현
einen Film schauen
Popcorn essen
die Leinwand
der Kinosaal
Karten reservieren
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