Hauptdarsteller

lead actor; male protagonist

noun HOWPT-dar-shtel-er Rare

Usage Note

Hauptdarsteller is the male lead actor; the female equivalent is Hauptdarstellerin. Collectively the term may be used inclusively. It appears frequently in credits and theatre programmes.

Examples

"Der Hauptdarsteller erhielt nach der Vorstellung stehende Ovationen."

Natural Translation

The lead actor received a standing ovation after the performance.

Literal Translation

The lead actor received after the performance standing ovations.

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