洋画
Meanings
1
Western painting
Refers to Western-style painting as a category, often contrasted with 日本画 (Japanese-style painting).
See also: 日本画
He studied both Western painting and Japanese painting.
2
Western film; Western movie
Used for movies from Western countries, especially in contrast with 邦画 (Japanese films).
See also: 邦画
I plan to go see a Western movie this weekend.
Usage patterns
- 洋画を見るto watch a Western movie
I like watching Western movies at home on weekends.
- 洋画を描くto paint a Western-style painting
She paints Western-style paintings at art college.
- 洋画を字幕で見るto watch a Western movie with subtitles
He always watches Western movies with subtitles.