VocabJLPT N2
star
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. star (actor, athlete, etc.)
  2. 2. celebrity
  3. 3. star (symbol)
  4. 4. (celestial) star
Borrowed from English, this noun refers to a celebrity or famous entertainer, such as a movie star or pop idol. It can also be used more broadly to describe someone who stands out as exceptionally talented or popular in their field.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

In the kitchen, my mom muttered, "Old-school stars had real class."

Sentence 2

The interviewer said, "Your strength is your star quality."

Sentence 3

The kid next door was shouting, "I'm gonna be a star someday!"

Sentence 4

Hey, who's your favorite star?

Sentence 5

"Being a star comes down to luck too, when you think about it," he said.