To make one's debut
Example: The young pianist made her debut at the prestigious concert hall.
Definition
"To make one's debut" means to perform or appear publicly for the first time, especially in a professional or notable context like music, theater, or other performing arts. It signifies the initial presentation or introduction of an artist to an audience.
Etymology
The phrase "to make one's debut" originates from the French word 'début,' which means 'a first appearance or entrance.' It entered English usage in the late 18th century, borrowing the idea of an artist's first public performance. Did you know? The term was initially used in contexts like court presentations before becoming common in arts and entertainment.
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"To make one's debut" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (C1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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