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VocabJLPT N1

supporting role (actor)

Nounの-Adjective

Definitions

1. supporting role (actor)
2. minor role
3. Supporting character

This noun refers to a supporting role or minor character in a play, film, or other performance, as opposed to the lead role. It can also be used metaphorically in everyday situations to describe a person who plays a secondary or supporting part in an event or organization.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"I don't want the lead — I want to play a supporting role," he announced.

Sentence 2

"Supporting roles show more humanity," the director said.

Sentence 3

Alright, today I'm the sideman and you're the star — go for it!

Sentence 4

"A supporting role again?!" Shōta yelled from the wings.

Sentence 5

Sure, I'm in a supporting role — but nothing runs without me behind the scenes!