estrenar
“estrenar” means “to wear for the first time” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to wear for the first time, to use for the first time
Also: to break in
📝 In Action
Hoy voy a estrenar los zapatos que me compré ayer.
A2Today I'm going to wear the shoes I bought yesterday for the first time.
¡Qué casa tan bonita! ¿Cuándo la estrenáis?
B1What a beautiful house! When are you moving in (using it for the first time)?
Mi hermano estrenó su coche nuevo el fin de semana pasado.
A2My brother used his new car for the first time last weekend.
to premiere, to release
📝 In Action
La nueva película de Marvel se estrena este viernes.
B1The new Marvel movie premieres this Friday.
El teatro va a estrenar una obra clásica el próximo mes.
B1The theater is going to premiere a classic play next month.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Quick Quiz: estrenar
Question 1 of 3
If you buy a shirt and wear it to a party for the first time, what are you doing?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the noun 'estreno', which comes from the Latin word 'strena', meaning a 'new year's gift' or a 'good omen'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'estrenar' only for expensive things like cars or houses?
Not at all! You can 'estrenar' a pen, a pair of socks, or even a new notebook. It applies to anything you use for the first time.
Can I use 'estrenar' for a person?
Only in very specific contexts, like a sports player 'estrenando' their position in a new team (debuting). Generally, it is for objects and events.
What is the difference between 'estrenar' and 'inaugurar'?
'Estrenar' is more personal and informal (like wearing a shirt), while 'inaugurar' is usually for formal openings of buildings, businesses, or exhibitions.