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inauguración

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“inauguración” means “opening ceremony” in Spanish (a formal event to mark the start of something).

opening ceremony, grand opening

Also: inauguration, unveiling
NounfB1
A formal ceremony where a person cuts a wide red ribbon with large scissors in front of a new building.

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La inauguración de la tienda es el próximo viernes.

A2

The grand opening of the store is next Friday.

Mañana asistiremos a la inauguración de los Juegos Olímpicos.

B1

Tomorrow we will attend the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.

El artista dio un discurso emotivo durante la inauguración de su exposición.

B2

The artist gave an emotional speech during the opening of his exhibition.

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Common Collocations

  • discurso de inauguración – opening speech
  • cortar la cinta de inauguración – to cut the ribbon
  • acto de inauguración – inaugural event

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "inauguración" in Spanish:

grand opening→inauguration→opening ceremony→unveiling→

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Quick Quiz: inauguración

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the correct plural form of 'inauguración'?

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👥 Word Family▼
inaugurar(to inaugurate/open) — Verb
inaugural(inaugural/opening) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
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📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'inauguratio', which referred to the ceremony performed by 'augurs' (priests) to interpret omens before starting an important project or installing someone in office.

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: inaugurationFrench: inaugurationItalian: inaugurazione

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'apertura' and 'inauguración'?

While both mean 'opening,' an 'inauguración' usually implies a ceremony, celebration, or a formal first-time event. 'Apertura' is more general and can be used for the daily opening of a shop.

Can I use 'inauguración' for a wedding?

No, you would use 'boda' or 'ceremonia'. 'Inauguración' is reserved for the 'birth' of a project, building, or official term.

Does this word always have an accent mark?

It has an accent on the 'o' in its singular form, but the accent is removed when it becomes plural: 'inauguraciones'.