- shuensha star, leading actor
A fairly formal, written word for 'star' or 'leading actor' of a film or play; in conversation, Japanese more often says 'shuyaku' or just the person's name.
この映画の主演者は誰ですか。
Kono eiga no shuensha wa dare desu ka.
Who is the star of this movie?
主演者の演技がすばらしかった。
Shuensha no engi ga subarashikatta.
The leading actor's performance was wonderful.
⚖️ Often confused with 'shuyaku' (主役), which means 'lead role' rather than the person playing it.
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