폐쇄하다
When you want to say something is closed in Korean, a common verb you'll encounter is 폐쇄하다 (pye-swe-ha-da). This verb is often used in more formal contexts when talking about closing things like accounts, businesses, or public facilities. For instance, if a store goes out of business, you might hear that it has 폐쇄되다 (pye-swe-dwe-da), which is the passive form meaning 'to be closed'.
It’s a bit stronger and more permanent than just saying 문을 닫다 (mun-eul dat-da), which means 'to close a door' and can be used for temporary closures. Think of 폐쇄하다 as implying a more definitive or official closure. You wouldn't typically use it for closing a book, for example, but rather for significant closures that have a lasting impact.
§ What 폐쇄하다 Means
- Definition
- To close (an account, a business).
폐쇄하다 (pye-swae-ha-da) is a verb that you'll use when talking about closing something that was previously open, especially in a formal or official context. Think of it as 'to shut down' or 'to cease operations' for things like businesses, accounts, or even areas.
§ Examples of 폐쇄하다 in Use
그 회사는 다음 달에 폐쇄할 예정입니다.
The company is scheduled to close next month.
은행 계좌를 폐쇄하고 싶어요.
I want to close my bank account.
코로나 때문에 공원이 폐쇄되었습니다.
The park was closed due to COVID.
§ Similar Words and When to Use 폐쇄하다
Korean has several words for 'to close,' and choosing the right one depends on what you're closing. Let's look at some common alternatives and when to use 폐쇄하다 specifically.
- 닫다 (dat-da): This is the most general word for 'to close.' You use it for physical objects like doors, windows, books, or shops at the end of the day. It's a very common, everyday verb.
- 잠그다 (jam-geu-da): This means 'to lock' or 'to fasten shut.' You'd use it for doors, windows, or bags when you want to secure them.
- 마치다 (ma-chi-da): This means 'to finish' or 'to complete.' While not a direct synonym for 'to close,' you might use it for finishing a task, a meeting, or a school semester.
- 종료하다 (jong-nyo-ha-da): This is more formal and means 'to end' or 'to terminate.' It's often used for programs, events, or services.
So, when do you use 폐쇄하다?
You use 폐쇄하다 when you are talking about:
- Closing a business or organization permanently: When a company goes out of business, a factory shuts down, or a school closes its doors for good.
- Closing an account: Such as a bank account, a social media account, or an email account.
- Closing a facility or area for a period: Like a park, a road, or a building that becomes inaccessible for safety, renovation, or other official reasons.
- Formal or official closures: It often carries a more official or administrative tone compared to simply 닫다.
Here's a quick comparison:
문을 닫다 (to close a door)
vs.
회사를 폐쇄하다 (to close a company)
You wouldn't say 회사를 닫다 in this context, as it sounds like just closing the physical doors for the night, not ceasing operations entirely. Conversely, you wouldn't say 문을 폐쇄하다 for a simple door closure unless it was a highly formal, official, and perhaps permanent closure of access to a specific area.
उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका
- Pronouncing '폐' as 'pye' instead of 'pe'
- Not aspirating the 'ㅅ' sound in '쇄'
ज़रूरी व्याकरण
Using with nouns indicating things that can be closed: '은행 계좌를 폐쇄하다' (to close a bank account).
이 계좌를 폐쇄하고 싶어요. (I want to close this account.)
Using in past tense: '그 가게는 작년에 폐쇄되었어요' (That store was closed last year).
저희 회사는 지난 달에 폐쇄되었어요. (Our company was closed last month.)
Using as a command or suggestion: '이 길을 폐쇄하세요' (Close this road).
오늘부터 이 공원을 폐쇄하세요. (Close this park starting today.)
Using with '결정하다' (to decide): '폐쇄하기로 결정했습니다' (decided to close).
정부는 그 공장을 폐쇄하기로 결정했습니다. (The government decided to close that factory.)
Using in a passive form '폐쇄되다' (to be closed): '그 상점은 영업이 폐쇄되었다' (The store's business was closed).
도서관은 다음 주에 폐쇄됩니다. (The library will be closed next week.)
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
은행 계좌를 폐쇄하려면 신분증이 필요해요.
To close a bank account, you need an ID.
-(으)려면 (in order to, if one intends to)
저 회사는 다음 달에 폐쇄될 예정이라고 들었어요.
I heard that company is scheduled to close next month.
-(으)ㄹ 예정 (scheduled to)
식당 주인이 건강 문제로 가게를 폐쇄하기로 결정했어요.
The restaurant owner decided to close the shop due to health issues.
-(으)로 (due to, because of)
오래된 학교 건물이 안전 문제로 폐쇄되었습니다.
The old school building was closed due to safety issues.
-되었습니다 (was done, passive voice)
정부가 비상 상황 때문에 국경을 폐쇄했어요.
The government closed the border due to an emergency situation.
때문에 (because of)
많은 소규모 상점들이 경제난으로 폐쇄되고 있어요.
Many small shops are closing due to economic difficulties.
-(으)로 (due to, because of), -고 있어요 (is doing, present progressive)
이제는 사용하지 않는 웹사이트 계정을 폐쇄해야 해요.
I need to close the website account that I no longer use.
이제는 (now, from now on), -지 않다 (not to do)
그 도서관은 보수 공사 때문에 일시적으로 폐쇄될 거예요.
That library will be temporarily closed due to renovation work.
-(으)ㄹ 거예요 (will do, future tense)
इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें
When talking about closing something like a business or an account, you use 폐쇄하다. It's a formal word, so you might hear it in news reports or official announcements. For example, if a company goes out of business, you can say 그 회사가 폐쇄했어요 (That company closed). If a bank closes an account, you can say 은행이 계좌를 폐쇄했어요 (The bank closed the account).
A common mistake is using 닫다 (to close) for things like accounts or businesses. While 닫다 means 'to close' generally, 폐쇄하다 is more specific and formal for these contexts. For instance, you wouldn't typically say 은행이 계좌를 닫았어요 (The bank closed the account using 닫다), even though grammatically it might seem okay. Use 폐쇄하다 for a more natural and accurate expression in these situations.
सुझाव
Basic Meaning of 폐쇄하다
The verb 폐쇄하다 generally means 'to close' or 'to shut down' something, often permanently or for an extended period. Think of it as a formal way of saying 'close'.
Using 폐쇄하다 with Businesses
You'll frequently hear 폐쇄하다 in the context of businesses or facilities. For example, a store might 폐쇄하다 (close down) if it's no longer profitable. Example: 그 가게는 이번 달에 폐쇄합니다. (That store closes this month.)
폐쇄하다 for Accounts
When dealing with financial or online accounts, 폐쇄하다 means 'to close' or 'to deactivate' an account. Example: 은행 계좌를 폐쇄하고 싶어요. (I want to close my bank account.)
Distinguishing from 닫다
While 닫다 also means 'to close,' 폐쇄하다 carries a stronger sense of permanence or official action. You'd 닫다 a door, but 폐쇄하다 a factory. Example: 문을 닫으세요. (Close the door.)
Official Context for 폐쇄하다
폐쇄하다 is often used in more official or formal contexts, such as government announcements or news reports. It implies a definitive end to something. Example: 정부는 공항을 폐쇄하기로 결정했습니다. (The government decided to close the airport.)
Noun Form: 폐쇄
The noun form is 폐쇄, meaning 'closure' or 'shutdown'. You can use it with verbs like '되다' (to become) or '하다' (to do). Example: 회사의 폐쇄 소식은 충격적이었다. (The news of the company's closure was shocking.)
Common Collocations with 폐쇄하다
Look for common nouns that pair with 폐쇄하다, such as 계좌 (account), 사업 (business), 공장 (factory), 시설 (facility). This helps you remember its usage. Example: 그 공장은 작년에 폐쇄되었습니다. (That factory was closed last year.)
Passive Form with 되다
The passive form, 폐쇄되다, means 'to be closed' or 'to be shut down'. This is very common when the action is done by someone else or when the focus is on the thing being closed. Example: 도서관이 보수 공사로 폐쇄됩니다. (The library will be closed for renovations.)
Practice with Sentences
Create your own sentences using 폐쇄하다 with different subjects and objects. The more you practice, the more natural it will feel. Try to describe something in your daily life that could be 'closed' in a formal way. Example: 이 길은 폭설로 인해 폐쇄되었어요. (This road was closed due to heavy snow.)
Formal and Written Context
While you might hear 폐쇄하다 in spoken language, it's particularly prevalent in formal writing, news articles, and official documents. Understanding this context will help you interpret its meaning correctly. Example: 해당 지역은 출입이 폐쇄되었습니다. (Access to that area has been closed.)
याद करें
स्मृति सहायक
Think of '폐' (pye) sounding a bit like 'pay' and '쇄' (swae) like 'sway'. Imagine you 'pay' to 'sway' a business owner to 'close' their shop.
दृश्य संबंध
Picture a 'closed' sign with '폐쇄하다' written on it, specifically on a bank or a store. You could also visualize a large red 'X' over something that is being shut down.
Word Web
चैलेंज
Try to use '폐쇄하다' in a sentence about something you might need to close, like an old email account or a club that disbanded. For example, '오래된 이메일 계정을 폐쇄해야 합니다.' (I need to close my old email account.)
खुद को परखो 24 सवाल
Which word means 'to close' an account or business?
'폐쇄하다' means to close an account or business. The other options mean 'to start', 'to open', and 'to make'.
은행 계좌를 ___ 싶어요. (I want to close my bank account.)
To complete the sentence meaning 'I want to close my bank account,' '폐쇄하다' is the correct verb.
이 가게는 언제 ___?
To ask 'When does this store close?', '폐쇄해요?' is the correct option. The other options are 'open', 'start', and 'make'.
은행 계좌를 '폐쇄하다'는 것은 계좌를 여는 것을 의미합니다.
'폐쇄하다' means to close, not to open, an account.
회사가 문을 닫을 때 '폐쇄하다'라는 단어를 사용할 수 있습니다.
'폐쇄하다' is used to describe a business closing down.
'폐쇄하다'는 '물건을 사다'라는 뜻입니다.
'폐쇄하다' means to close, not to buy something.
This sentence means 'I want to close my bank account.' '나는' is 'I', '은행 계좌를' is 'bank account (object)', '폐쇄하고 싶어요' means 'want to close'.
This sentence means 'That store closed its doors.' '그 가게는' is 'that store', '문을' is 'door (object)', '폐쇄했습니다' is 'closed'.
This sentence means 'I had to close the company.' '회사를' is 'company (object)', '폐쇄해야 했어요' means 'had to close'.
은행 계좌를 ___ 싶어요. (I want to close my bank account.)
'폐쇄하다'는 '닫다' 또는 '정지시키다'의 의미를 가지고 있어 은행 계좌를 닫을 때 사용합니다.
그 회사는 사업 부진으로 인해 지점을 ___ 결정했습니다. (The company decided to close its branch due to poor business.)
사업 부진은 지점을 닫는 이유가 되므로 '폐쇄하다'가 적절합니다.
오래된 카페는 결국 문을 ___ 수밖에 없었습니다. (The old cafe eventually had no choice but to close its doors.)
문은 '닫다'의 의미로 '폐쇄하다'를 사용하여 표현할 수 있습니다.
정부는 안전상의 이유로 해당 도로를 ___ 명령했습니다. (The government ordered the closure of that road for safety reasons.)
안전상의 이유로 도로를 '닫는다'는 의미이므로 '폐쇄하다'가 올바른 표현입니다.
이번 주말부터 박물관이 일시적으로 ___ 예정입니다. (The museum will be temporarily closed starting this weekend.)
박물관이 '닫히다'는 의미로 '폐쇄되다'가 사용됩니다.
회사는 수익성이 낮은 사업 부서를 ___ 했습니다. (The company decided to close the unprofitable business division.)
수익성이 낮은 사업 부서는 '닫다' 또는 '정리하다'는 의미로 '폐쇄하다'가 적합합니다.
은행 계좌를 ___ 하려면 신분증이 필요합니다.
To close a bank account, you need identification.
코로나19로 인해 많은 상점들이 일시적으로 ___되었습니다.
Due to COVID-19, many stores were temporarily closed.
적자가 심해져서 결국 회사를 ___하기로 결정했습니다.
Due to severe deficits, we finally decided to close the company.
이번 달 말까지 모든 지점을 ___할 예정입니다.
We plan to close all branches by the end of this month.
고객 서비스 센터는 매일 오후 6시에 ___됩니다.
The customer service center is closed at 6 PM every day.
개인 정보를 보호하기 위해 오래된 계정을 ___하는 것이 좋습니다.
It is recommended to close old accounts to protect personal information.
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Basic Meaning of 폐쇄하다
The verb 폐쇄하다 generally means 'to close' or 'to shut down' something, often permanently or for an extended period. Think of it as a formal way of saying 'close'.
Using 폐쇄하다 with Businesses
You'll frequently hear 폐쇄하다 in the context of businesses or facilities. For example, a store might 폐쇄하다 (close down) if it's no longer profitable. Example: 그 가게는 이번 달에 폐쇄합니다. (That store closes this month.)
폐쇄하다 for Accounts
When dealing with financial or online accounts, 폐쇄하다 means 'to close' or 'to deactivate' an account. Example: 은행 계좌를 폐쇄하고 싶어요. (I want to close my bank account.)
Distinguishing from 닫다
While 닫다 also means 'to close,' 폐쇄하다 carries a stronger sense of permanence or official action. You'd 닫다 a door, but 폐쇄하다 a factory. Example: 문을 닫으세요. (Close the door.)
संबंधित सामग्री
यह शब्द अन्य भाषाओं में
business के और शब्द
에 대한
A2Concerning or relating to; about, regarding.
~대하여
A2About, concerning, regarding.
대해서
A2Concerning or with regard to; about, regarding.
에 대해
A2About; regarding.
풍요롭다
A2To be abundant, prosperous, or rich.
관철하다
B2To carry through, achieve, or persist in one's will or goal until it is accomplished, despite difficulties.
~에 따라
B1According to, depending on; as stated by or determined by.
에 따라
A2According to; in accordance with.
에 의하면
B1According to; as stated by or reported by.
계좌번호
A2A unique identifier for a bank account.