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estrenar means to wear for first time — a common term in Mexican Slang. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 25, 2025

🌶️ Mexican Slang

estrenar

verb • /[es-treh-NAR]/

to wear for first time

Example:

Voy a estrenar zapatos hoy.

I’ll wear shoes for the first time today.

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🧠 What does estrenar mean?

Estrenar typically means "to premiere" or "to debut" something new, like a movie or a play. However, in Mexican slang, it commonly refers to wearing clothing or shoes for the very first time. Think of that feeling of putting on a fresh outfit – that's the essence of "estrenar" in this context.

📚 Extra examples

  • ¡Voy a estrenar mis nuevos zapatos esta noche!
    I'm going to wear my new shoes tonight (for the first time)!
  • Estrené mi vestido en la boda de mi amiga.
    I wore my dress for the first time at my friend's wedding.
  • ¿Ya estrenaste esa camisa que te compré?
    Have you worn that shirt I bought you yet (for the first time)?

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to wear for first time' in Spanish?
While the literal translation isn't perfect, 'estrenar' in Mexican slang captures the meaning of wearing something for the first time.
How do you pronounce 'estrenar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced es-tre-NAR, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'estrenar' in a sentence?
Example: 'Hoy estreno mi nueva chamarra.' (Today I'm wearing my new jacket for the first time).
What is the English translation of 'estrenar'?
It generally translates to 'to premiere' or 'debut,' but in Mexican slang, it means 'to wear for the first time.'
Does 'estrenar' change for gender or number?
Yes, like other Spanish verbs, 'estrenar' conjugates according to the subject. For example: 'Yo estreno,' 'Tú estrenas,' 'Él/Ella estrena,' etc.
Is 'estrenar' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, especially in the context of premiering something. The slang usage (to wear for the first time) is very common in Mexico.
Does 'estrenar' have slang or double meanings?
In standard Spanish, it means to premiere/debut. The 'wear for the first time' meaning is common Mexican slang.
Is 'estrenar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
While understood across the Spanish-speaking world, the slang meaning of 'wearing something for the first time' is more prevalent in Mexico.
How do you conjugate 'estrenar' in Spanish?
Here's the present tense: Yo estreno, Tú estrenas, Él/Ella/Usted estrena, Nosotros/as estrenamos, Vosotros/as estrenáis, Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes estrenan.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "estrenar"

Synonyms: Lucir (when showing off something new), Usar por primera vez (more literal)

💡 Did You Know?

Although 'estrenar' is commonly used for clothes in Mexico, you can also use it for anything new you're using for the first time, like a car or a phone!

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