エキストラ (ekisutora) Japanese meaning: film extra | KotomoraHe was hired as an extra for the movie.
Usage patterns
エキストラとして出演するto appear (in a film or show) as an extra
She once appeared in a movie as an extra when she was a student.
エクストラ〈物〉extra-grade or extra-large version of a product
This olive oil has a great aroma because it's extra virgin.
エキストラを募集するto recruit/hire film extras
The production company recruited 100 extras for the shoot.
