rising star

[ˈraɪzɪŋ stɑːr]
nounpl: rising stars
estrela em ascensão
1. A person who is quickly becoming successful or famous in their field; someone showing great promise and rapid advancement
She is considered a rising star in the tech industry after launching her successful startup.
Ela é considerada uma estrela em ascensão na indústria de tecnologia depois de lançar sua startup bem-sucedida.
2. A talented individual gaining increasing recognition and prominence in their profession
The young athlete is a rising star in professional basketball.
O jovem atleta é uma estrela em ascensão no basquete profissional.
This phrase is commonly used in American entertainment, sports, and business contexts to describe young professionals gaining rapid success. In Brazil, the term 'estrela em ascensão' is frequently used in media, entertainment, and sports journalism to highlight emerging talents. The concept emphasizes potential and momentum rather than established fame, making it particularly relevant in competitive fields like sports, entertainment, and technology.
NYC Slang
up-and-comer
Synonyms / Sinônimos
up-and-comeremerging talentbright prospectpromising talentcomer
Antonyms / Antônimos
has-beenwashed-upfading starnobody

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrela em ascensão
Most common and widely understood term across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
estrela em ascensão / promessa
Sometimes simply called 'promessa' (promise) in informal speech
São Paulo
estrela em ascensão / destaque
Business contexts may use 'destaque' (standout) in professional settings
Portugal
estrela em ascensão
Same term used, though 'talento emergente' is also common in Portugal

Related Words

breakthroughsuccesstalentedambitiousprominentcelebrity

Related Idioms & Phrases

the next big thing
on the rise
coming into one's own
breaking through
making a name for oneself
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