Learning language
Translation language
verb · A1 · very often · UK/US

close

close

Meaning of close

shut access

Learn close with free cards in 30 seconds.

Check vocabulary level

10 minutes a day can add up to 3,000 words a year. Spaced flashcards bring each word back when it is time to remember it.

Free flashcards·10,000+ words in the database·scheduled reviews
How important is this word
A1very often

close fits your vocabulary level. Check your level if you are not sure.

Pronunciation
British English/ˈkləʊz/
American English/tə ˈkloʊz/
Chinese pronunciation in Latin lettersguān bì
close
Active review

How many words can you learn in a year?

If you learn 8-10 new words a day and review them regularly with flashcards, you can cover about 3,000 words in a year.

ZapomniEnglish brings words back at the right time: difficult words appear more often, familiar words less often.

Not sure what pace to start with? Check your vocabulary level and we will suggest words for your level.

We count words you add to learning and review regularly. Active use grows gradually and depends on practice.

How many words you can add to active review
PacePer dayPer yearBest for
Easy3 words≈ 1,100 wordsstarting without pressure
Balanced5 words≈ 1,800 wordssteady growth
Recommended8 words≈ 2,900 wordsaround 3,000 words a year
Fast10 words≈ 3,650 wordsvisible vocabulary growth
Intensive15 words≈ 5,500 wordsstrong motivation

close with Chinese translation

close usage examples

🇨🇳Chinese🇬🇧English

Please close the bedroom door when you leave.

🇨🇳Chinese🇬🇧English

Close the blinds at night to block the street lights.

Learn by topic

close belongs to the topic "Interior and decor, Sales, Errors and Bugs". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

close关闭
guest客人
greeting问候
view景色
mess乱七八糟
dust灰尘
stain污渍

close synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between close / shut / draw (curtains) / lock / shut down / seal

🇬🇧English

similar to 'close', often used for doors/windows and can imply a more abrupt action

A1Very Often

He shut the window because it was raining.

D
🇬🇧English
draw (curtains)

to pull curtains together to close them; specific to curtains/drapes

A2Very Often

She drew the curtains to block the light.

🇬🇧English

to close and secure with a lock; emphasizes preventing access

A1Very Often

Don't forget to lock the door.

S
🇬🇧English
shut down

to stop the operation of a machine/system or to close an organization, often for a pause or permanently

B1Often

They had to shut down the factory for repairs.

🇬🇧English

to close something tightly so that nothing can enter or escape; often implies airtight or tamper-proof closing

B1Often

Seal the jar to keep it fresh.

🇬🇧English

to attach, secure, or make fast (e.g., a button, strap); broader than 'close'

A2Often

Fasten your seatbelt before driving.

What's the difference

Related words and lists for close

How to pronounce close and what this word means

close means close. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce close

/ˈkləʊz/

close translation

close

close examples

Please close the bedroom door when you leave.

close transcription

/ˈkləʊz/, /tə ˈkloʊz/

Questions about this word

close meaning: what does it mean?

shut access

close pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

close is pronounced as /ˈkləʊz/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

close definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

Please close the bedroom door when you leave. Translation: Пожалуйста, закрой дверь в спальню, когда выходишь.

Is close part of Errors and Bugs vocabulary?

Yes, close can be learned in the Errors and Bugs topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is close part of Sales vocabulary?

Yes, close can be learned in the Sales topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Audio practiceExamplesSmart repeats

Learn close in your vocabulary

Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.