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UK/["/dəˈrektə(r)//daɪˈrektə(r)/"]/US/["/dəˈrektər//daɪˈrektər/"]/

Meaning of Director

In simple words: The person in charge of a movie, play, or organization.

Director in a sentence

  • The director spoke to the cast before the first rehearsal.
  • As a director, she has won several awards for her films.
  • The school director announced the new rules for students.
  • He works as a director in a large corporation.
  • The theater director decided to change the script for the play.

How to use Director

Typically used in a professional context. In film and theater, 'director' refers specifically to the creative leader. In business, it may denote someone in a senior management position.

Grammar pattern

director + object

Memory hint

Think 'direct her' — the director guides the actors.

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Collocations with Director

Opposites of Director

Common mistakes with Director

  • Confusing with 'producer' who handles finances and logistics.
  • Using 'directer' instead of 'director'.
  • Assuming all directors work in film; the term applies to various fields.

Compare Director with Administrator, Manager, Leader, Supervisor, Executive

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Frequently asked questions about Director

What does Director mean?

The person in charge of a movie, play, or organization.

What is the definition of Director?

one of a group of senior managers who run a company

How do you use Director in a sentence?

The director spoke to the cast before the first rehearsal.

Can you give another example of Director?

As a director, she has won several awards for her films.

What are synonyms for Director?

Common alternatives include administrator, manager, leader, supervisor, executive.

What is the opposite of Director?

Opposite meanings include employee, follower.

What words go with Director?

It commonly pairs with company, managing, executive, the board of directors, the post of director, film, movie, theatre/​theater, the role of director, company, managing, executive, the board of directors, the post of director.

What are common mistakes when using Director?

Confusing with 'producer' who handles finances and logistics. Using 'directer' instead of 'director'. Assuming all directors work in film; the term applies to various fields.

How do you pronounce Director?

US: /["/dəˈrektər//daɪˈrektər/"]/, UK: /["/dəˈrektə(r)//daɪˈrektə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Director?

Typically used in a professional context. In film and theater, 'director' refers specifically to the creative leader. In business, it may denote someone in a senior management position.

What CEFR level is Director?

"Director" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.