Translation of Japanese word "閉まる" to English
閉まる
しまる
[shimaru]
IPA: /ɕimaɾɯ/
Meaning
VerbTo remove or block an opening, gap or passage through. To move a thing, or part of a thing, nearer to another so that the gap or opening between the two is removed.
How to use
閉まる (shimaru) — 'to close (intransitive)'. Group 1. ドアが閉まる — the door closes. Compare 閉める (shimeru) — to close (transitive).
🇬🇧 English
to close (intrans.)
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 閉まる
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): しまる
Romaji Transcription: shimaru
Example Sentences
扉が閉まる。
とびらがしまる。
The door closes.
花が閉まる。
はながしまる。
The flower closes.
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Common phrases
- ドアが閉まる— the door closes
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Frequency rank: #310 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "閉まる" mean?▼
The Japanese word "閉まる" means "to close (intrans.)" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "閉まる"?▼
The word "閉まる" is read as "しまる" (shimaru). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see a usage guide or example with "閉まる"?▼
Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Used to describe something that closes in a natural way.".
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