Pronunciation: [ˈapət͡ʃəɹə] (IPA) 
The word "apertura" is a Spanish term meaning opening. It is spelled as [a peɾ tu ɾa] in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "a" is pronounced as the vowel sound in "cat", the second syllable "pe" is pronounced as in "pay" while "ɾ" represents the Spanish rolled "r". The third syllable "tu" is pronounced as the word "too" and the final syllable "ɾa" is pronounced like the "ra" sound in "rattle".
Apertura is a Spanish and Italian word that refers to the act or process of opening. It can also be used to describe an opening, an aperture, or a beginning. In various contexts, apertura can be understood as the act of unveiling, exposing, or revealing something that was closed, concealed, or hidden.
In the field of photography, apertura refers to the aperture or the size of the lens opening that allows light to enter the camera and exposure the film or digital sensor. A larger apertura results in a brighter image, while a smaller apertura restricts the amount of light entering the camera.
In the realm of business and commerce, apertura can refer to the opening of a new branch, store, or market. It signifies the establishment of a new business or the expansion of an existing one. Similarly, in the context of international relations, apertura can denote the opening up of a country's economy to foreign trade and investment. It involves liberalizing trade policies, reducing tariffs, and inviting foreign companies to operate within the country.
Furthermore, apertura can be used metaphorically to describe the beginning or start of something. It may refer to the initiation of a relationship, the commencement of an event, or the introduction of new ideas or concepts. In this sense, apertura implies a transition from a state of closure or stagnation to a state of openness and progress.
Overall, apertura encompasses a range of meanings related to opening, unveiling, and initiation across various domains, including photography, business, international relations, and personal experiences.
An opening or aperture.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
The word "apertura" originates from the Latin term "aperire", which means "to open". It is derived from the verb "aperio", which stems from the PIE (Proto-Indo-European) root "*h₂eper-" meaning "to uncover" or "to open". Over time, "aperio" developed into "apertura" in Late Latin and was adopted into various Romance languages, including Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese, where it still carries the meaning of "opening" or "opening act".
