das Debüt
debut
The first public appearance of an artist, athlete, or group.
EXAMPLE
Die junge Pianistin feierte gestern ihr Debüt mit dem Philharmonischen Orchester.
The young pianist made her debut with the Philharmonic Orchestra yesterday.
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Meanings
das Debüt
debut
The first published work of an author, director, or musician, such as a novel or an album.
EXAMPLE
Ihr Debüt als Schriftstellerin wurde sofort ein Bestseller.
Her debut as a writer immediately became a bestseller.
Usage tips
Origin and register
'Debüt' (debut) is a loanword from French and is therefore often used in cultural or artistic contexts. It sounds more formal and more specific than 'erster Auftritt' (first appearance).
EXAMPLE
Das Debüt des jungen Regisseurs wurde auf dem Filmfestival gefeiert.
The young director's debut was celebrated at the film festival.
Typical verbs
When referring to an appearance, 'Debüt' (debut) is very frequently combined with the verbs 'geben' (to give/make), 'feiern' (to celebrate), or 'haben' (to have).
EXAMPLE
Der Stürmer gab sein Debüt in der Nationalmannschaft.
The striker made his debut on the national team.
Use in compounds
When referring to a first work, 'Debüt-' (debut) is often used as the first part of compound nouns. Examples are 'Debütroman' (debut novel), 'Debütalbum' (debut album), or 'Debütfilm' (debut film).
EXAMPLE
Ihr Debütroman handelt von einer Reise durch Asien.
Her debut novel is about a journey through Asia.
Compare with
Debüt vs Premiere
premiere
A premiere is the first public performance of a new work. Debut, on the other hand, is a person's or group's first public appearance. At the same theater performance, the play can have its premiere while a young actress makes her debut.
Debüt
Die junge Schauspielerin gibt am Samstag in diesem Theaterstück ihr Debüt.
The young actress will make her debut in this play on Saturday.
Premiere
Das neue Theaterstück feiert am Samstag seine Premiere.
The new play will have its premiere on Saturday.
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