主役
しゅやく
shuyaku
nounVocabularyLevel 51 - JLPT N2
Quick answer
主役 (しゅやく (shuyaku)) means "main role". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
main role
Also : protagonist · leading part · leading actor · starring role · leading actress
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 主役 (しゅやく) means 'leading part'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of leading part.
Example Sentences
彼は映画の主役を演じました。
かれはえいがのしゅやくをえんじました。
He played the lead role in the movie.
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