Grammar Note
可数名词，指喜剧中的配角搭档，与表示异性恋的 straight man 不同。
（喜剧表演中的）捧哏者；正经搭档
straight men — plural of straight man
先理解核心含义，再看它在真实句子里的用法。
（喜剧表演中的）捧哏者；正经搭档
A supporting comic performer who helps set up jokes and punch lines through dialogue with a more eccentric comedian.
In the comedy show, Maria plays the straight man while her partner tells the jokes.
在喜剧表演中，玛丽亚扮演捧哏者，而她的搭档负责讲笑话。
(任何性别的)喜剧表演搭档中的配角,通过与其他更古怪或更有趣的角色对话来帮助制造笑料；喜剧中的陪衬者。
A member (of any gender) of a team of comic performers who plays a supporting role by helping to set up jokes and punch lines through engaging in dialog with another comedian playing a more eccentric or otherwise more interesting character; a foil who plays such a role in theatrical comedy.
除比喻或习语用法外:参见 straight, man；例如,异性恋男子。
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see straight, man; for example, a heterosexual man.
Paul has been the straight man in their duo for years, setting up every punchline.
保罗多年来一直是他们二人组里的正经搭档，负责为每个笑点做铺垫。
A good straight man knows how to react calmly to the wildest comic ideas.
一个出色的捧哏者知道如何冷静地回应最疯狂的喜剧创意。
Choose the next layer that will help you use straight men with more confidence.
Recommended next
Includes Usage patterns & Collocations
Learn how to use this word with grammar patterns and natural collocations.
Includes Common mistakes & Confusing words
See typical errors learners make and confusing words to avoid.
More ways to explore
Includes Synonyms & Antonyms
Expand your vocabulary with synonyms and antonyms.
Includes Word components & Thematic vocabulary
Learn how to build related words using roots, prefixes, and thematic clusters.
Includes Idioms & Cultural references
Discover idioms, slang, and famous pop culture quotes.
Includes Context & register & Memory tip
Analyze the context and learn memory tricks to remember it.
Use straight men naturally, then get feedback on meaning, tone, grammar, and phrasing.
Revisit a common error or keep this word in your review list.
可数名词，指喜剧中的配角搭档，与表示异性恋的 straight man 不同。
页面下方列出了常见词形变化。学习时注意它们在句子中的语法位置。
Dictionary facts from ECDICT, WIKTIONARY.