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Synchronsprecher

dubbing actor

noun zuen-KRON-shpreh-kher Rare

Also means

voice actor (dubbing)

Usage Note

Synchronsprecher record German voice tracks for foreign-language films and series, matching lip movements. Germany has one of the world's largest dubbing industries; leading speakers often become associated with specific Hollywood actors over decades.

Examples

"Der Synchronsprecher lieh dem Comiccharakter seit zwanzig Jahren seine Stimme."

Natural Translation

The dubbing actor had lent his voice to the cartoon character for twenty years.

Literal Translation

The dubbing-speaker lent the comic-character for twenty years his voice.

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