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조연

Pronunciation
조ː연
Part of speech
noun
Vocabulary level
advanced
Derivative
조연하다

supporting role; supporting actor; supporting actress

In theater or film, the act of playing a supporting role to the lead character in the unfolding story, or an actor/actress playing such a role.