der Eröffnungsvortrag
Translation
keynote speech, opening address, inaugural lecture
Examples
Der Eröffnungsvortrag war sehr inspirierend.
The keynote speech was very inspiring.
Wer hält den Eröffnungsvortrag der Konferenz?
Who is giving the conference's opening address?
Grammar Patterns
to give/hold an opening address ((sb.)) gives/holds an opening address The professor is giving the opening address.
Similar Words
Keynote, Hauptvortrag
Etymology
A compound of 'Eröffnung' (opening) and 'Vortrag' (lecture).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'opening' lecture that is 'carried forward' (vor-tragen) to the audience.