actress
UK/'æktrɪs/US/'æktris/
B1
Definitions
n.
A woman who performs in plays, films, or television
女演员
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedactor + -ess (female) = a female actor. One who acts on stage or screen; today 'actor' is often used for both sexes.
Root act still carries 59 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.lead actress女主角
- 2.award-winning actress获奖女演员
- 3.supporting actress女配角
Example Sentences
- 1.
She won an award for best actress.
- 2.
The lead actress gave a moving performance.