主役
Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Refers to the main character or star performer in a play, film, show, or similar production. Also used figuratively for the central figure in an event or group.
He played the lead in that movie.
You are the star of today's party.
Usage patterns
- 主役を演じるto play the leading role
She played the leading role in that movie.
- 主役を務めるto serve as the lead/star
A newcomer actor ended up taking on the leading role.
- 主役に選ばれるto be chosen for the lead role
He was chosen for the lead role at the audition.
- 〈人〉が主役になるfor someone to become the central figure
In this project, she became the central figure.
Expressions
- 主役から降ろすremove from the leading role; take someone out of the starring part