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Definition
The characters in a play, drama, or film.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to fictional characters within a television drama or stage play. It is a formal term often found in written reviews or analytical discussions rather than casual conversation. In everyday speech, people usually prefer using 角色 to refer to characters in general.
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The characters in this show have very distinct personalities.
Which character in the drama do you like the most?
Related words
Common phrases
personality of the characters
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe real people or actors. It is strictly reserved for the fictional personas portrayed within the narrative of a performance.
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Grammar guides
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