superstar

Everyday

1. A superstar is an extremely famous and successful singer, actor, sports player or other performer. tree →
2. (informal) A superstar is someone who is brilliant at something or who has done a great job: «You're a superstar for helping!» tree →

In the lessons

In everyday life, children talk about pop superstars and football superstars. Teachers and parents say «You're a superstar!» as praise. In media lessons, pupils think about how superstars are shown in magazines and online and how photos may be edited. Phrases: «a pop superstar», «a football superstar», «become a superstar».

Examples

• The singer became a superstar after her first album. tree →
• He is a football superstar who plays for England. tree →
• Thanks for tidying up — you're a superstar! tree →
• Many superstars started as ordinary kids. tree →
• The superstar signed autographs for her fans. tree →
• In our class, everyone is a superstar at something. tree →

Note

One word, countable. Stronger than «star». Praise use («you're a superstar») is friendly and informal.