debutar
“debutar” means “to debut” in Spanish (professional or artistic first appearance).
to debut
Also: to make a first appearance, to start for the first time
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El joven jugador va a debutar mañana con el equipo principal.
A2The young player is going to debut tomorrow with the main team.
Ella debutó como actriz en una pequeña obra de teatro.
B1She made her debut as an actress in a small play.
La banda debutó con un concierto en Madrid.
B1The band debuted with a concert in Madrid.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
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Borrowed from the French word 'débuter', which originally meant to lead off or make the first stroke in a game.
First recorded: 19th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'debutar' a common word?
It is very common in specific contexts like sports news, celebrity gossip, and theater, but you wouldn't use it for everyday tasks like starting a book or a meal.
Does it have a female version?
As a verb, 'debutar' never changes based on gender. However, the noun 'debutante' can refer to a male or female person making their debut.
Is it the same as 'estrenar'?
They are similar, but 'estrenar' is usually used for things (wearing a new dress for the first time, a movie opening), while 'debutar' is usually used for people (an athlete's first game).