die Eröffnungsgala
Translation
opening gala, inaugural gala
Examples
Die Eröffnungsgala findet im Opernhaus statt.
The opening gala takes place at the opera house.
Für die Eröffnungsgala ist Abendgarderobe erwünscht.
Evening wear is requested for the opening gala.
Grammar Patterns
to host ((sth.)) eine ((et4)) veranstalten The city is hosting an opening gala.
to attend ((sth.)) an ((et3)) teilnehmen He attended the opening gala.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Eröffnungsball, Festakt.
Etymology
Composed of 'Eröffnung' (opening) and 'Gala' (a formal festive event), a loanword from French/Italian.
Memory Tips
Imagine an 'Eröffnungsfeier' but much more glamorous and formal - a 'Gala'. It's a special, often black-tie, opening event.