Star in Meaning in English
expression
ˈstɑɹ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
STAR in
stˈɑː/ /ˈɪn
STAAR in
Definition
To have the main role in a film, television show, play, or production.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in entertainment contexts with actors. 'Star in' usually means the main or a leading role, not just any appearance. Often followed by the name of a movie or show: 'She will star in the new thriller.' Not used for non-performance jobs.
Spanish: protagonizar - actuar como estrella principal enPortuguese (BR): estrelar em - ser o protagonista dePortuguese (PT): ser a estrela de - protagonizarChinese (Simplified): 主演Chinese (Traditional): 主演Hindi: मुख्य भूमिका निभानाArabic: يؤدي دور البطولة فيBengali: মূল চরিত্রে অভিনয় করা - প্রধান ভূমিকায় অভিনয় করাRussian: сниматься в главной ролиJapanese: 主演するVietnamese: đóng vai chính trongKorean: 주연을 맡다Turkish: başrolde oynamakUrdu: مرکزی کردار ادا کرناIndonesian: membintangi
Example Sentences
He will star in a new movie next year.
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She wants to star in a play at school.
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Did you star in the TV show last night?
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Tom was excited to finally star in his first big Hollywood film.
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Many actors dream of getting a chance to star in a blockbuster.
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After years on TV, she finally got to star in a major feature film.
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