Inaugurar is a verb (infinitive form).
/inaɡuˈɾaɾ/
Inaugurar means to formally open or start something, such as an event, building, or project. It is often used in contexts related to ceremonies, official openings, and significant milestones. The word is commonly used both in oral speech and written contexts, and it has a moderate frequency of use, especially in formal or official discussions.
The president is going to inaugurate the new hospital next month.
La universidad planea inaugurar un nuevo programa de estudios en septiembre.
The university plans to inaugurate a new study program in September.
La galería de arte se inauguró con una gran fiesta.
Inaugurar is less frequently found within idiomatic expressions, but it is often connected with ceremonies. Here are a few related expressions:
Después de diez años en la misma compañía, decidió inaugurar un nuevo capítulo en su vida profesional.
Inaugurar la temporada (to inaugurate the season)
El club inauguró la temporada de verano con un gran barbecue.
Inaugurar un diálogo (to inaugurate a dialogue)
Inaugurar comes from the Latin word inaugurare, which means "to take omens from" and is derived from augur, a type of priest in ancient Rome who interpreted the will of the gods by studying the flight of birds. This reflects the ceremonial aspect historically associated with inaugurations.