JLPT N1
新星
A rising star or talented newcomer; literally, a nova.
Readings
1 Noun
"Rising Star" / "New Face"
Designates a talented newcomer who appears suddenly and gains rapid popularity in a field like sports or entertainment.
Example
その 若手 俳優 は 、 映画界 の 新星 として 注目 され て いる 。
That young actor is getting attention as a rising star in the film industry.
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2 Noun
"Nova" (Astronomy)
Refers to a star that undergoes a sudden, massive increase in luminosity before gradually returning to its original brightness.
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