actor
/akˈtoɾ/A person who performs in a play, movie, or television show, typically portraying a character.
Muchos actores famosos comenzaron su carrera en el teatro.
Many famous actors started their careers in theater.
The term can also refer to someone who acts in a specific role or capacity, not necessarily in entertainment.
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Gender-Specific Usage
In Spanish, 'actor' traditionally refers to male performers, while 'actriz' refers to female performers. However, some modern usage may treat 'actor' as gender-neutral.
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Professional Context
In professional contexts, 'actor' can also refer to someone who acts in a specific role, such as a 'actor social' (social actor) or 'actor político' (political actor).
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'actor', meaning 'doer' or 'performer'.
📝Usage Notes
In Spanish, 'actor' is used for male performers, while 'actriz' is used for female performers. However, in some contexts, 'actor' can be used in a gender-neutral way.