actora
/akˈtoɾa/noun★Intermediate
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
Synonyms
Antonyms
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
suffixDiccionario Español-Inglés