女主角在英语中可以称作 "lead actress" 或 "female lead". 这个词来源于拉丁语，"lead" 意为 "主要的" 或 "领导的"，"actress" 意为 "女演员"。

下面是一些例句：

The lead actress in the movie gave an incredible performance.

(电影中的女主角表现得非常出色。)

She was nominated for a Best Female Lead award at the Oscars.

(她被提名为奥斯卡最佳女主角奖。)

The female lead in the play was captivating and mesmerizing.

(该剧中的女主角迷人且令人着迷。)

She's one of the most talented lead actresses working today.

(她是当今最有才华的女主角之一。)