Cool MateMeaning of Close
In simple words: To shut something, like a door or a window.
Close in a sentence
- Please close the door before you leave.
- I need to close my laptop after finishing my work.
- The shop will close at 8 PM tonight.
- We need to close the window because it's getting cold.
- Can you close your eyes for a moment?
- He likes to close his eyes and listen to music.
- It's important to close the curtains at night.
- They will close the park for renovations next week.
How to use Close
Use 'close' when talking about shutting physical objects like doors or books. It can also mean to finish something, such as a meeting. Avoid using it with people in most contexts, except in very informal conversations.
Grammar pattern
close + object
Memory hint
Think of 'close' as 'clothes' hanging on a rack when they are put away — everything is shut up tightly.
Related words
Collocations with Close
- firmly
- tightly
- gently
- firmly
- tightly
- gently
- permanently
- temporarily
- officially
- to
- permanently
- temporarily
- officially
- to
Common mistakes with Close
- Confusing 'close' with 'shut' – know when to use which.
- Using 'close' when referring to people (e.g., 'close the friend') instead of 'end' or 'finish'.
Close appears in
Close in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يغلق
إغلاق شيء، مثل باب أو نافذة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বন্ধ করা, শেষ করা
দরজা বা জানালার মতো কিছু বন্ধ করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Schließen
Etwas zumachen, wie eine Tür oder ein Fenster.
- SpanishEspañol
Cerrar
Cerrar algo, como una puerta o una ventana.
- Persianفارسی
بستن، تعطیل کردن
بستن چیزی مثل در یا پنجره.
- FrenchFrançais
Fermer
Fermer quelque chose, comme une porte ou une fenêtre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बंद करना, बंद होना
किसी चीज़ को बंद करना, जैसे दरवाज़ा या खिड़की।
- ItalianItaliano
Chiudere
Chiudere qualcosa, come una porta o una finestra.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Fechar
Fechar algo, como uma porta ou janela.
- RussianРусский
Закрыть
Закрыть что-то, например, дверь или окно.
- Urduاردو
بند کرنا، بند ہونا
کسی چیز کو بند کرنا، جیسے دروازہ یا کھڑکی۔
- Chinese中文
关闭
关上某物，比如门或窗户。
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Frequently asked questions about Close
What does Close mean?
To shut something, like a door or a window.
What is the definition of Close?
to put something into a position so that it covers an opening; to get into this position
How do you use Close in a sentence?
Please close the door before you leave.
Can you give another example of Close?
I need to close my laptop after finishing my work.
What are synonyms for Close?
Common alternatives include shut, shut.
What is the opposite of Close?
Opposite meanings include open, start.
What words go with Close?
It commonly pairs with firmly, tightly, gently, firmly, tightly, gently, permanently, temporarily, officially, to, permanently, temporarily, officially, to.
What are common mistakes when using Close?
Confusing 'close' with 'shut' – know when to use which. Using 'close' when referring to people (e.g., 'close the friend') instead of 'end' or 'finish'.
How do you pronounce Close?
US: /["/kləʊz/","/ˈkləʊzɪz/","/kləʊzd/","/ˈkləʊzɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kləʊz/","/ˈkləʊzɪz/","/kləʊzd/","/ˈkləʊzɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Close?
Use 'close' when talking about shutting physical objects like doors or books. It can also mean to finish something, such as a meeting. Avoid using it with people in most contexts, except in very informal conversations.
What CEFR level is Close?
"Close" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.