Acteurs (en. Actors)
/ak.tœʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
People who interpret a role in a film, a play, or a series.
Actors often have to audition to obtain a role.
Les acteurs doivent souvent passer des auditions pour obtenir un rôle.
People who actively participate in the field of entertainment.
The actors of the French stage are very talented.
Les acteurs de la scène française sont très talentueux.
Individuals who play a role, particularly in a dramatic or cinematic context.
This actor won an award for his outstanding performance.
Cet acteur a gagné un prix pour sa performance exceptionnelle.
Etymology
From the Latin 'actor' which means one who acts.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the main actors
The main characters of a film or a play.
les acteurs principaux
film actor
An actor who primarily works in film.
acteur de cinéma
theater actor
An actor who performs on stage.
acteur de théâtre
Related Words
the interpretation
The act of bringing a character to life through speech and gesture.
l'interprétation
the performance
The way in which an actor presents a scene or a role.
la performance
the role
The character or function that an actor plays in a production.
le rôle
Slang Meanings
Troupe
The troupe of actors will be on tour this month.
La troupe d'acteurs sera en tournée ce mois-ci.
Extras
Extras are often referred to as background actors.
Les figurants sont souvent appelés des acteurs de fond.