Actores (en. Actors)
/ak'toɾes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
People who portray a role in an artistic production.
The actors rehearsed for weeks for the play.
Los actores ensayaron durante semanas para la obra de teatro.
In film or television, they are the ones who embody the characters of a story.
The main actors were awarded for their performance.
Los actores principales fueron premiados por su actuación.
People who act in a specific context, such as in a dramatic play.
Theater actors need a lot of practice and dedication.
Los actores de teatro necesitan mucha práctica y dedicación.
Etymology
From Latin 'actor', which means 'the one who acts'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
supporting actors
Actors who are not the main ones but have supporting roles.
actores de reparto
famous actors
Actors who are widely recognized and admired.
famosos actores
film actors
Actors whose primary discipline is film.
actores de cine
Related Words
acting
The art of interpreting a role.
actuación
dramaturgy
The art of writing plays.
dramaturgia
theater
A place where a dramatic work is performed.
teatro
Slang Meanings
Celebrities in the world of film or television.
That actor is a true 'celebrity' in Hollywood.
Ese actor es un verdadero 'celebrity' en Hollywood.
A person who is always in the spotlight.
He goes to all the parties; he is a 'diva' of acting.
Va a todas las fiestas, es un 'diva' de la actuación.