debut
word
/ˈdeɪbju/
DAY-byoo
/dˈeɪbjuː/
DAY-byoo
Definition
The first time someone performs, appears, or is presented in public, especially in entertainment, sports, or a new product launch.
Usage & Nuances
'Debut' is formal and common in contexts like music, film, sports, and product launches. Used as both noun and verb ('make your debut', 'debut album', 'the movie debuted'). Not used for regular arrivals or non-special occasions.
Spanish: debut - estreno - primera apariciónPortuguese (BR): estreia - debutPortuguese (PT): estreia - debutChinese (Simplified): 初次登台 - 首次亮相Chinese (Traditional): 初次登臺 - 首次亮相Hindi: प्रथम प्रदर्शन - पदार्पणArabic: الظهور الأول - بدايةBengali: আভিষেকRussian: дебютJapanese: デビューVietnamese: ra mắtKorean: 데뷔Turkish: ilk çıkış - debutUrdu: پہلا ظہورIndonesian: debut - penampilan perdana
Example Sentences
The singer made her debut last night.
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The team won their first game after their debut in the league.
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Their debut album quickly became a hit across the country.
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She plans to debut her new play next summer.
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Everyone was nervous before the chef's restaurant debut.
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This movie is the actor's debut.
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