Actor
5 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A person who performs in plays, movies, or television shows.
“The actor received an award for his performance.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈæk.tə/
Syllables
ac·tor
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Wordle
Good vowel spread with A and O; common occupation word.
Scrabble
Worth 7 points; useful for connecting words.
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