角色
The function assumed or part played by a person or thing in a particular situation. It can refer to theatrical parts or social functions.
Examples
3 of 5女性在社会中的角色正在发生变化。
The role of women in society is changing.
老师的角色不仅仅是传授知识。
The teacher's role is not just to impart knowledge.
他在那部电影里演哪个角色？
Which role does he play in that movie?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of a person (人) on a stage (part of '角' in ancient script).
Quick Quiz
政府在环境保护中起着至关重要的____。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 角色
Examples
女性在社会中的角色正在发生变化。
academicThe role of women in society is changing.
老师的角色不仅仅是传授知识。
formalThe teacher's role is not just to impart knowledge.
他在那部电影里演哪个角色？
everydayWhich role does he play in that movie?
父母在孩子教育中起着关键角色。
academicParents play a key role in their children's education.
明确每个人的角色对团队很重要。
businessClarifying everyone's role is important for the team.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
反面角色
villain role
角色转换
role transition
核心角色
core role
Often Confused With
Shēnfèn (身份) is who you are (identity); juésè (角色) is what you do in a specific context (role).
Usage Notes
Very common in IELTS Writing Task 2 when discussing the roles of government, parents, or technology.
Common Mistakes
Pronunciation: '角' is pronounced 'jué' in this context, not 'jiǎo' (which means horn/corner).
Memory Tip
Think of a person (人) on a stage (part of '角' in ancient script).
Word Origin
Jue (role/actor) + Se (color/appearance).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
政府在环境保护中起着至关重要的____。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 角色
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