🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

제3주인공

Pronunciation / Transliteration: je3 juingong

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Tritagonist/traɪˈtæɡənɪst/
nounCEFR C2 (Proficient)Top #15000 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"극에서 제3주인공은 주인공에게 중요한 지원을 제공합니다."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The third most important character in a narrative, particularly in drama or literature.

    "In the play, the tritagonist provides crucial support to the protagonist's journey."
  2. 2

    A character who plays a significant but secondary role in the story, often providing contrast or support to the main characters.

    "The tritagonist's actions often highlight the flaws of the protagonist."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'tritagonist' originates from the Greek word 'tritagonistes', which means 'third actor'. It was used in ancient Greek theater to describe the third most important character in a play, following the protagonist and antagonist. Over time, it has evolved to refer to any third key character in a narrative.

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