In German
Schauspieler
Meaning: actor
Formal or informal? “Schauspieler” is an actor, for men and women. The female form “Schauspielerin” is used when you want to be precise.
Example sentences
Der Schauspieler spielt im Film mit.
The actor plays a part in the film.
Meine Freundin ist Schauspielerin.
My girlfriend is an actress.
Die Schauspieler proben am Abend.
The actors rehearse in the evening.
Grammar note
“Der Schauspieler” is masculine, so it takes “der” and “ein”. The plural is “die Schauspieler”, with no change. The female form “die Schauspielerin” adds -in.
Common mistake
Don't confuse “Schauspieler” (actor) with “Schaufenster” (shop window). They share the start, but mean different things.
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What is the female form of “Schauspieler”?
“Schauspielerin”, with -in.
What is the German word for a shop window?
“Das Schaufenster”.