Open - translation, pronunciation and examples
open
make accessible
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When to use open
Open the curtains to let in daylight.
I always open a window when painting a room.
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Basic, general verb meaning to make something not closed or to allow access.
Specifically to remove a lock or lock mechanism; implies something was locked before.
To break or remove a seal; more formal and specific (envelopes, packages, jars).
To remove a cover or to reveal something hidden; commonly used both literally and figuratively.
To open by releasing or lifting a latch; specific to latch mechanisms.
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What's the difference between open / unlock / unseal / uncover / unlatch / unbolt
Basic, general verb meaning to make something not closed or to allow access.
Please open the door.
Пожалуйста, открой дверь.
Specifically to remove a lock or lock mechanism; implies something was locked before.
She unlocked the front door with her key.
Она отперла входную дверь ключом.
To break or remove a seal; more formal and specific (envelopes, packages, jars).
They unsealed the envelope in front of the committee.
Они вскрыли конверт перед комитетом.
To remove a cover or to reveal something hidden; commonly used both literally and figuratively.
The excavation uncovered ancient pottery.
Раскопки обнаружили древнюю керамику.
To open by releasing or lifting a latch; specific to latch mechanisms.
She unlatched the garden gate.
Она отперла садовую калитку (отщёлкнула защёлку).
To open by removing or sliding a bolt; implies a stronger locking device than a simple latch.
He unbolted the door before leaving.
Он отпер засов перед уходом.
To undo a fastener (button, buckle, strap); focuses on fastening mechanisms rather than doors.
He unfastened his seatbelt.
Он расстегнул ремень безопасности.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce open and what this word means
open translation: открывать. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce open
/ˈəʊpən/
open translation
открывать
open examples
Open the curtains to let in daylight.
open transcription
/ˈəʊpən/, /tu ˈoʊpən/
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open meaning: what does it mean?
make accessible
open pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
open is pronounced as /ˈəʊpən/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
open definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Open the curtains to let in daylight. Translation: Откройте шторы, чтобы впустить дневной свет.
Is open part of Interior and Decor vocabulary?
Yes, open (открывать) can be learned in the Interior and Decor topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is open part of Home and Household vocabulary?
Yes, open (открывать) can be learned in the Home and Household topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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