ヒロイン
Meanings
1
heroine; female protagonist
Refers to the main female character in a story, film, game, or similar narrative work.
The heroine of this novel is very brave.
2
heroine; heroic woman; brave woman
Describes a real woman admired for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities, not limited to fictional characters.
She is a heroine to many people.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉のヒロインthe heroine of a (story/film/etc.)
She played the heroine of that movie.
- ヒロインを演じるto play the role of the heroine
A newcomer actress ended up playing the heroine of the drama.
- ヒロインに選ばれるto be chosen/cast as the heroine
She was chosen as the lead heroine.
- 〈事〉のヒロインになるto become the heroine of (an event, story of courage, etc.)
She became the heroine of the rescue drama.
Expressions
- 悲劇のヒロインdrama queen; tragic heroine