No. 1,848 in Portuguese
protagonista
The main character or central figure in a story, play, or action.
In a sentence
O protagonista do livro é um personagem corajoso.
The protagonist of the book is a courageous character.
The word 'protagonista' here refers to the main character of a narrative, highlighting their central role in the storyline.
Ela foi a protagonista do filme que ganhou vários prêmios.
She was the protagonist of the movie that won several awards.
In this sentence, 'protagonista' is used to describe someone who takes the leading role in a cinematic work, indicating their importance in the plot.
Durante a reunião, ele foi protagonista ao sugerir ideias inovadoras.
During the meeting, he was the protagonist by suggesting innovative ideas.
The use of 'protagonista' here denotes taking a leading role in an event or situation, metaphorically representing initiative and leadership.
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