der Saisonauftakt
Translation
start of the season, season opener
Examples
Der Saisonauftakt findet dieses Wochenende statt.
The season opener takes place this weekend.
Grammar Patterns
((der Saisonauftakt)) season opener. The season opener was an exciting game.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Saisonbeginn, Saisonstart; Antonyms: Saisonabschluss, Saisonende
Etymology
Composed of 'Saison' (season) and 'Auftakt' (opening, prelude, literally 'up-beat').
Memory Tips
Think of the 'opening' event (Auftakt) that kicks off the 'season' (Saison), like an upbeat in music.