Die Rolle
Example: In diesem Film spielt sie eine wichtige Rolle als Hauptfigur.
Definition
"die Rolle" refers to a character or part played by an actor in a film, play, or other performance. It can also mean a function or position that someone holds in a particular situation, such as a key role in a project or event.
Etymology
The German word "die Rolle" originally comes from the Latin word "rotula," meaning a small wheel or roll. Over time, it came to refer to a roll of paper or parchment and later to a part or function, as if unfolding like a rolled-up document. Did you know? The theatrical meaning of "die Rolle" developed metaphorically from the idea of a 'script' rolled up for an actor.
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"Die Rolle" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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