English–Spanish

“opening” in Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/aβeɾˈtuɾa/

Example

Encontré una abertura entre las tablas.

I found an opening between the boards.

Illustration for abertura (opening)

How to say “opening” in Spanish

“Opening” in Spanish is abertura.

Gap or tear in an object's surface caused by separation, cut, or wear.

Full entry for abertura: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with abertura

Por la abertura del sobre se veía una tarjeta.

Through the opening of the envelope a card could be seen.

Tips for using abertura

  • Used mainly for physical holes or splits (e.g., hay una abertura); for abstract, ceremonial, or business openings Spanish prefers apertura.

Other Spanish words for “opening”

La apertura de la sesión será a las 9.

The opening of the session will be at 9.

La conferencia inaugural será mañana.

The opening conference will be tomorrow.

¿Cuándo es la inauguración del festival?

When is the opening of the festival?

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