debuterad

Debuterad is a Swedish term used as an adjective formed from the verb debutera, meaning to make a debut. It describes someone or something that has had its first public appearance in a given field, such as music, film, sports, or politics. In media and biographical notes, a debuterad artist or debuterad författare signals that the person has recently entered the public stage. The form is used attributively before a noun, as in en debuterad artist. The corresponding verb forms are debuterade, used for simple past, and har debuterat for present perfect.

Etymology: The word is derived from the verb debutera, which comes from the French début meaning "a first public appearance," ultimately tracing to Old French debuter. The concept of a first public appearance is common across many languages, with local adaptations in form and usage.

Usage: Debuterad is neutral and descriptive, commonly appearing in biographies, press notes, and coverage of new talents. It emphasizes the debut rather than a value judgment. For ongoing activity, Swedish speakers may use the present participle debuterande (debuting) to describe someone who is currently making appearances.

See also: debut, debutant, debutera.