Today’s Spanish word of the day is “estrenar”.
It’s a verb that can be translated as “to wear for the first time” or “to use for the first time”.
It doesn’t have an exact translation in English, but expresses a similar idea to words like “debut”, “premiere” and “inaugurate”.
The word “estrenar” is often used when talking about wearing new clothes in public for the first time. It can also be used for things like movie premieres, or referring to when a new TV show airs for the first time.
Example Sentences
Beginner
Here are some example sentences at beginner (A1/A2) level:
Hoy estreno mi nueva chaqueta.
Today I’m wearing my new jacket for the first time.
¿Vas a estrenar tus zapatos nuevos este fin de semana?
Are you going to wear your new shoes for the first time this weekend?
¿Cuándo se estrena la película que quieres ver?
When does the movie you want to see premiere?
Intermediate
Here are some example sentences at intermediate (B1/B2) level:
Debido a la gran demanda, la editorial ha decidido estrenar una segunda edición del best-seller.
Due to high demand, the publisher has decided to release a second edition of the bestseller.
Mis padres están planeando estrenar su recién remodelada casa este fin de semana con una pequeña celebración.
My parents are planning to inaugurate their newly renovated home this weekend with a small celebration.
Después de años de pruebas y perfeccionamiento, la empresa tecnológica está lista para estrenar su innovadora plataforma de servicios en línea.
After years of testing and refinement, the tech company is ready to launch its innovative online services platform.
Advanced
Here are some example sentences at advanced (C1/C2) level:
El director de cine se siente honrado de que su última película se estrene en la apertura del prestigioso festival internacional, marcando así un hito en su trayectoria.
The film director feels honored that his latest movie will premiere at the opening of the prestigious international festival, marking a milestone in his career.
Tras un exhaustivo proceso de selección y entrenamiento, el equipo nacional ha logrado estrenar una nueva generación de jóvenes promesas que prometen revolucionar el deporte.
After a thorough selection and training process, the national team has managed to debut a new generation of young talents who promise to revolutionize the sport.
