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영화배우

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Meaning and Usage

The word '영화배우' specifically refers to actors or actresses who perform in movies. It is a compound noun combining '영화' (movie) and '배우' (actor). This term is commonly used in everyday conversation, media, and entertainment contexts.

Common Contexts

You will often hear '영화배우' when talking about famous stars, casting, or the film industry. It can refer to both male and female actors without distinction.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 영화배우가 되다: to become a movie actor
  • 유명한 영화배우: famous movie actor
  • 영화배우로 활동하다: to work as a movie actor

These collocations help express career goals, fame, and professional activity.

Register and Politeness

'영화배우' is a neutral noun suitable for formal and informal contexts. It is not a title but a general noun.

Common Learner Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '배우' alone, which can mean actor in general (including theater or TV), with '영화배우' which is specific to movies. Use '영화배우' when you want to emphasize the movie context.

Example Sentences

그는 유명한 영화배우가 되기 위해 열심히 연기 연습을 하고 있다.

Geuneun yumyeonghan yeonghwabaeuga doegi wihae yeolsimhi yeongi yeonseubeul hago itda.

He is practicing acting hard to become a famous movie actor.

그 영화에는 여러 유명한 영화배우들이 출연했다.

Geu yeonghwane neun yeoreo yumyeonghan yeonghwabaeudeuri chulyeonhaetda.

Several famous movie actors appeared in that film.

영화배우가 되려면 연기력뿐만 아니라 외모도 중요하다.

Yeonghwabaeuga doeryeomyeon yeongiryeokppunman anira oemodo jungyohada.

To become a movie actor, not only acting skills but also appearance is important.