actress
word
/ˈæktɹəs/
AK-truhs
/ˈæktɹəs/
AK-truhs
Definition
An actress is a woman who performs in plays, movies, television shows, or other productions. It refers specifically to a female actor.
Usage & Nuances
Common in everyday English, but many people now also use 'actor' for both men and women, especially in professional contexts. Common collocations include 'famous actress', 'lead actress', and 'supporting actress'.
Spanish: actrizPortuguese (BR): atrizPortuguese (PT): atrizChinese (Simplified): 女演员Chinese (Traditional): 女演員Hindi: अभिनेत्रीArabic: ممثلةBengali: অভিনেত্রীRussian: актрисаJapanese: 女優Vietnamese: nữ diễn viênKorean: 여배우Turkish: aktrisUrdu: اداکارہIndonesian: aktris
Example Sentences
She is a famous actress in India.
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That actress was in my favorite movie.
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My sister wants to be an actress.
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She’s a great actress, but she’s also an amazing singer.
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People say she’s the best actress of her generation.
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The young actress handled the interview really well.
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