der Darsteller
Translation
actor, performer, cast member
Examples
Der Hauptdarsteller war sehr überzeugend.
The main actor was very convincing.
Alle Darsteller erhielten großen Applaus.
All the performers received great applause.
Grammar Patterns
der Darsteller (subject) The actor plays a role.
Similar Words
Schauspieler (actor), Akteur (actor/player)
Etymology
From the verb 'darstellen' (to represent, portray). 'dar-' (forth) + 'stellen' (to place). Someone who 'places something forth' for an audience.
Memory Tips
A 'Darsteller' is someone who 'stellt' (puts) a character 'dar' (out there) for everyone to see.