onnagata

IPA(Pronunciation)

Noun

A male actor who plays female roles in Japanese kabuki theatre.

Japanese Meaning

歌舞伎において女性役を演じる男性俳優。

The onnagata captivated the audience with her delicate gestures and precise vocal modulation.

歌舞伎の女形は繊細な仕草と正確な発声で観客を魅了した。

Sense（1）

A male actor who plays female roles in Japanese kabuki theatre.

onnagatas

（ plural ）

onnagata

（ plural ）