der Hauptdarsteller
Translation
main actor, leading actor, protagonist, lead
Examples
Der Hauptdarsteller des Films ist sehr bekannt.
The film's main actor is very well-known.
Er bekam die Rolle des Hauptdarstellers.
He got the role of the main actor.
Grammar Patterns
the main actor ((in sth. / of sth.)) der Hauptdarsteller ((in+3 / et2)) He is the main actor in the new series.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Protagonist, Held; Antonyms: Nebendarsteller
Etymology
Composed of 'Haupt-' (main, chief) + 'Darsteller' (performer, actor). 'Darsteller' comes from 'darstellen' (to portray, represent).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'main' ('Haupt') 'performer' ('Darsteller'). It's the main person who portrays a character.