Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'Actress'

English Word: Actress

Key Russian Translations:

• актриса [ˈaktrʲɪsə] - [Formal, Informal, Singular]

Frequency: High

Difficulty: A2 (Beginner to Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

актриса: [ˈaktrʲɪsə]

Note on актриса: Stress falls on the first syllable. The 'р' sound is rolled, and the 'и' is pronounced as a short 'i'.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A female actor in theater, film, or television

Translation(s) & Context:

• актриса - Used to refer to a female performer in any acting context, such as movies, plays, or TV shows.

Usage Examples:

• Она известная актриса в российском кино.

  She is a famous actress in Russian cinema.

• Эта актриса сыграла главную роль в спектакле.

  This actress played the lead role in the play.

• Моя мечта — стать актрисой.

  My dream is to become an actress.

• Актриса получила награду за лучшую женскую роль.

  The actress received an award for Best Female Role.

• Многие актрисы начинали карьеру с маленьких ролей.

  Many actresses started their careers with small roles.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

The word актриса is a feminine noun and follows the regular declension pattern for feminine nouns ending in '-а' in Russian. Below is the declension table for singular and plural forms:

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• артистка (more general, can refer to any female performer, not just acting)

Note: While "артистка" can sometimes be used interchangeably with "актриса," it often implies a broader range of performing arts, including singing or dancing.

Antonyms:

• актёр (male actor)

Related Phrases:

• известная актриса - Famous actress
• актриса театра и кино - Actress of theater and film
• молодая актриса - Young actress
• талантливая актриса - Talented actress

Usage Notes:

• The term "актриса" is exclusively used for female actors. For male actors, use "актёр."
• It can be used in both formal and informal contexts without any change in meaning or register.
• When addressing or referring to an actress in a respectful or formal setting, it is common to use her full name or title alongside "актриса."

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "актёр" (male actor) when referring to a female actress.
  Incorrect: Она актёр.
  Correct: Она актриса.
  Explanation: Russian nouns have grammatical gender, and "актёр" is masculine, while "актриса" is feminine. Always use the correct gendered form.
• Error: Misusing cases after prepositions or verbs.
  Incorrect: Я видел актриса.
  Correct: Я видел актрису.
  Explanation: The verb "видеть" (to see) requires the accusative case, so "актриса" changes to "актрису."

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, actresses, especially those in theater, are often highly respected as cultural figures. Many famous Russian actresses are associated with iconic roles in Soviet cinema or classical theater productions at venues like the Bolshoi or Moscow Art Theatre. Addressing or referring to an actress with proper respect (e.g., using her full name or title) is common in formal or professional settings.

Related Concepts:

• актёр (actor, male)
• театр (theater)
• кино (cinema)
• роль (role)