elenco
“elenco” means “cast” in Spanish (the group of actors in a play or movie).
cast
Also: roster, lineup
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El elenco de la obra ensayó durante tres meses.
B1The cast of the play rehearsed for three months.
Esta película tiene un elenco estelar.
A2This movie has an all-star cast.
La empresa presentó a su elenco de expertos en la conferencia.
C1The company presented its roster of experts at the conference.
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Quick Quiz: elenco
Question 1 of 3
Which word is the most common synonym for 'elenco' when talking about actors in a film?
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From the Latin 'elenchus' and the Greek 'élenkhos', which originally referred to a proof, an argument, or a list/catalog.
First recorded: 18th century (in its modern theatrical sense)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'elenco' and 'reparto'?
'Elenco' usually refers to the group of people themselves as a unit. 'Reparto' is often used for the distribution of roles or the list you see in the credits.
Is 'elenco' a masculine or feminine word?
It is always masculine: 'el elenco'.
Does 'elenco' change to 'elenca' for an all-female cast?
No, the word 'elenco' stays the same regardless of the gender of the people within the group.