actora

/akˈtoɾa/
nounIntermediate
formal

A female actor, specifically in the context of theater, film, or television.

La actora principal ganó un premio por su interpretación.

The leading actress won an award for her performance.

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The term 'actora' is the feminine form of 'actor' in Spanish, used to specify a female actor.

Collocations

actora principalleading actressactora secundariasupporting actress

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Related Phrases

actora de repartophrase
supporting actress

💡Pro Tip

Gender-Specific Usage

In Spanish, 'actora' is the feminine form of 'actor,' but 'actriz' is more widely used in contemporary language.

Gold Rule

Feminine Form

Use 'actora' to emphasize the feminine gender of an actor, though 'actriz' is more common.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Latin 'actor' (doer), with the feminine suffix '-a' in Spanish.

📝Usage Notes

In modern Spanish, 'actriz' is more commonly used than 'actora' to refer to a female actor. 'Actora' is considered archaic or poetic in some contexts.

Word Breakdown

actor
performer
root
+
-a
feminine suffix
suffix
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