Meaning
To secure a door with a key.
Cultural Background
In Japan, it is common to lock the door even when you are inside the house, especially at night. In many Western countries, locking the door is also standard, but the specific phrasing varies wildly.
Particle choice
Always use 'ni' for the object being locked. It's a common mistake to use 'o'.
Meaning
To secure a door with a key.
Particle choice
Always use 'ni' for the object being locked. It's a common mistake to use 'o'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct particle.
ドア___ {鍵|かぎ}をかけました。
The particle 'ni' is used to indicate the object being locked.
Which is the most natural way to say 'Lock the door'?
Choose the best option.
This is the standard, grammatically correct collocation.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesドア___ {鍵|かぎ}をかけました。
The particle 'ni' is used to indicate the object being locked.
Choose the best option.
This is the standard, grammatically correct collocation.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, you can say 車に{鍵|かぎ}をかける.
Related Phrases
{鍵|かぎ}を閉める
synonymTo lock
施錠する
specialized formTo lock (formal)
