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openingnoun
openings
pl
UK
/ˈəʊpənɪŋ/
US
/ˈoʊpənɪŋ/
Translations
ouvertureOuverture, trou ou espace permettant le passage.
The opening in the fence was just wide enough for the cat to slip through.
L'ouverture dans la clôture était juste assez large pour que le chat puisse se faufiler.
débutDébut ou partie initiale de quelque chose.
The opening of the novel sets the tone for the entire story.
Le début du roman donne le ton de toute l'histoire.
poste vacantEmploi disponible.
There is an opening for a software developer at the tech company.
Il y a un poste vacant de développeur logiciel dans cette entreprise de technologie.
inaugurationCérémonie marquant le début officiel d'un événement ou d'un lieu.
The grand opening of the new art gallery attracted a large crowd.
L'inauguration de la nouvelle galerie d'art a attiré une grande foule.
occasionPossibilité ou chance favorable.
He saw an opening to propose his new idea during the meeting.
Il a vu une occasion de proposer sa nouvelle idée pendant la réunion.
ouvertureAux échecs et dans d'autres jeux de stratégie.
The Sicilian Defence is a popular chess opening.
La défense sicilienne est une ouverture d'échecs populaire.
ouvertureAction d'ouvrir ou de désealer quelque chose.
The opening of the envelope revealed a handwritten letter.
L'ouverture de l'enveloppe a révélé une lettre manuscrite.
Definitions
A space or gap that allows passage or access.
The opening in the fence was just wide enough for the cat to slip through.
The beginning or initial part of something.
The opening of the novel sets the tone for the entire story.
A job vacancy or position available for employment.
There is an opening for a software developer at the tech company.
A ceremony or event marking the start of something.
The grand opening of the new art gallery attracted a large crowd.
An opportunity or chance for advancement or progress.
He saw an opening to propose his new idea during the meeting.
A sequence of initial moves in a game of chess (or a comparable strategy game).
The Sicilian Defence is a popular chess opening.
The act or process of making something open or unsealed.
The opening of the envelope revealed a handwritten letter.
Synonyms
beginning
start
initiation
commencement
unveiling
launch
introduction
gap
hole
aperture
openingadjective
UK
/ˈəʊ.pən.ɪŋ/
US
/ˈoʊ.pən.ɪŋ/
Used attributively before nouns to indicate something occurring at or pertaining to the beginning.
Translations
d'ouvertureRelatif au début; souvent employé pour des événements ou des étapes initiales.
The opening night was sold out.
La soirée d'ouverture affichait complet.
Definitions
Occurring at or pertaining to the beginning; initial.
The opening night was sold out.
Synonyms
introductory
initial
inaugural
preliminary
commencing
first
preparatory
openinggerund / present participle
Present participle of the verb ‘open’ used adjectivally (e.g., “opening remarks”, “opening night”).
Translations
d'ouvertureSe dit d'un élément qui sert à commencer ou à lancer quelque chose.
The opening remarks set the tone for the entire conference.
Les remarques d'ouverture ont donné le ton de toute la conférence.
initialPremier dans une série ou une séquence.
The opening chapter of the book was captivating.
Le chapitre initial du livre était captivant.
Definitions
Serving to open or begin something.
The opening remarks set the tone for the entire conference.
First in a series or sequence.
The opening chapter of the book was captivating.
Synonyms
introductory
initial
inaugural
preliminary
incipient
initiatory
commencing
early
nascent
welcoming
unveiling
openverb

opening

Gerund

opened
Past Simple
opened
Past Participle
opening
Gerund
Translations
Please open the window to let some fresh air in.
Veuillez ouvrir la fenêtre pour laisser entrer un peu d'air frais.
s'ouvrirPour un événement, une séance ou une période qui commence.
The conference will open with a keynote address.
La conférence s'ouvrira par un discours d'ouverture.
Definitions
To move or cause to move so that something is no longer closed.
Please open the window to let some fresh air in.
To begin or start (an event, activity, or period).
The conference will open with a keynote address.
Synonyms
uncover
unveil
reveal
expose
unseal
unlock
unbolt
unbar
unfasten
unshut
uncap
unwrap
open up
pry open
push open
swing open
fold back
roll out
spread
begin
start
commence
initiate
inaugurate
throw open
disclose
make available
open out
openadjective
Definitions
Not closed or fastened.
The door was left open, allowing a cool breeze to enter the room.
Accessible to all; not restricted.
The park is open to the public every day from dawn until dusk.
Frank and honest; not secretive.
She was open about her feelings, which made it easier to resolve the conflict.
Ready to consider or accept new ideas or suggestions.
He was open to trying new cuisines during his travels.
Not yet decided or settled.
The position is still open, and they are accepting applications.
Exposed to the elements; not enclosed or covered.
They enjoyed sleeping under the open sky.
openadverb
Definitions
So as to be open; in or into an open position.
He pushed the door open to let the dog out.
opennoun
Definitions
The outdoors; the open air.
After weeks in the city, she longed for the open.
A sports tournament or championship that is open to all qualified competitors.
He won the British Open last year.
The beginning or starting phase of an activity, period, or event, especially the start of a trading session in financial markets.
Shares in the company jumped five percent at the open before stabilizing.
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