actors

[ˈæk.tərz]
nounpl: actors
atores
1. People who perform in plays, films, television shows, or other dramatic productions
The actors delivered outstanding performances in the Broadway production.
Os atores entregaram performances excelentes na produção da Broadway.
2. People who take action or play a role in a particular situation or event
The main actors in the political crisis were the government and opposition parties.
Os principais atores na crise política foram o governo e os partidos de oposição.
3. Individuals or entities that have agency or influence in a specific context
Key actors in climate change include corporations, governments, and consumers.
Os principais atores nas mudanças climáticas incluem corporações, governos e consumidores.
In Brazilian popular culture, actors are highly celebrated figures, especially those in telenovelas (soap operas), which are a significant part of Brazilian television. The term 'ator' (actor) is masculine, while 'atriz' specifically refers to female actors, though modern usage increasingly accepts 'atores' as gender-neutral plural. In the USA, actors are prominent cultural figures in Hollywood, and the term is widely used in both entertainment and academic/political contexts to describe any agent of change or influence.
NYC Slang
thespians
Synonyms / Sinônimos
performersplayersentertainersthespiansagentsparticipants
Antonyms / Antônimos
spectatorsaudienceobserversbystanders

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
atores
Standard term used throughout Brazil for theatrical and film performers
Rio de Janeiro
atores
Common usage; Rio has a strong film and theatre industry
São Paulo
atores
Standard term; São Paulo is the center of Brazilian television and film production
Portugal
atores
Same term used; identical to Brazilian Portuguese in this case

Related Words

actingtheatrecinemaperformancecharacterscriptdrama

Related Idioms & Phrases

the actors in the drama
key actors on the stage
actors and stakeholders
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