角
jué · role / character💡 How to pronounce
j → like the 'j' in 'jeep'. ué → like 'way' with a rising tone.
📖 The Story
角 means a role or character in a film or play. The character originally meant 'horn' — like the horn of an animal, which is a distinct and recognizable feature. A角色 is the distinct identity an actor takes on for a performance.
🎬 In Culture Today
In Chinese cinema, the most important role is the '主角' (main character) — the hero whose journey we follow. Supporting characters are '配角' — they complete the story.
📚 Words
角色role / character
主角main character
配角supporting role
📝 Example Sentences
你喜欢哪个角色？
Which character do you like?
他是这部电影的主角。
He is the main character of this film.