TV comedian; comedian
In modern Japanese, 芸人 most commonly refers to television comedians, especially those appearing on variety shows. Often used for members of comedy duos or groups.
He is a popular TV comedian.
I'm attending a training school to become a comedian.
Broader sense for performers of traditional arts (e.g., rakugo, kabuki, noh) or general entertainers. Less common than the comedian sense in everyday speech.
He performs on stage as a traditional performing artist.
talented person; accomplished person
Rare, somewhat archaic usage referring to a person of talent or accomplishment in any field. Modern Japanese would more commonly use 才能のある人 or 有能な人.
In old texts, 芸人 can simply mean 'a talented person'.
He dropped out of college and became a comedian.
She made her debut as a comedian in her teens.
He moved to Tokyo to pursue becoming a comedian.
Do you know a comedian named Yamada?
circus equestrian-trick performer
comedian; comic