男優
Meanings
1
male actor
Refers specifically to a male actor, often in contrast with 女優 (actress). Used in professional and media contexts.
See also: 女優
He is a famous actor.
A popular male actor appears in that movie.
Usage patterns
- 〈男優〉が〈役〉を演じるa male actor plays a role
That male actor is good at playing villains.
- 〈作品〉に出演する〈男優〉a male actor who appears in a work (film, drama, etc.)
A famous male actor appears in this movie.