Significado
The action of moving a window to shut it.
Contexto cultural
Spaniards are obsessed with 'persianas' (shutters). Closing the window often implies also lowering the shutters to keep out the sun. In many parts of Mexico, keeping windows closed at night is common to avoid 'el sereno' (the night air/dew), which is believed to cause illness. In Buenos Aires, the 'viento Pampero' can be very strong. People will remind you to 'cerrar bien la ventana' so it doesn't bang against the frame. In tropical areas, windows are often left open for ventilation, but 'cerrar la ventana' becomes a frantic group activity when a sudden tropical rainstorm starts.
The Car Rule
Always use 'ventanilla' in a taxi or car. It makes you sound much more like a native speaker.
Stem Change Alert
Don't forget the 'ie' in 'cierro', 'cierras', 'cierra', and 'cierran'!
Significado
The action of moving a window to shut it.
The Car Rule
Always use 'ventanilla' in a taxi or car. It makes you sound much more like a native speaker.
Stem Change Alert
Don't forget the 'ie' in 'cierro', 'cierras', 'cierra', and 'cierran'!
Polite Requests
Instead of just 'Cierra la ventana', use '¿Podrías cerrar la ventana?' to sound more polite.
The Draft Fear
If a Spanish speaker asks you to close a window, it might be because they fear 'el aire' (the draft) rather than just being cold.
Teste-se
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'cerrar' in the present tense.
Yo _______ la ventana porque tengo frío.
The 'yo' form of 'cerrar' requires the stem change 'e' to 'ie'.
Which sentence is correct for a car window?
In a taxi, you should say:
'Ventanilla' is the specific term for windows in vehicles.
Complete the dialogue with the most logical phrase.
Ana: ¡Hay muchos mosquitos aquí! Pablo: Tienes razón. ________.
Closing the window prevents mosquitoes from entering.
Match the situation to the correct Spanish phrase.
You are leaving your house and want to make sure the windows are shut.
You use the plural 'las ventanas' for multiple windows.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Cerrar vs. Apagar
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosYo _______ la ventana porque tengo frío.
The 'yo' form of 'cerrar' requires the stem change 'e' to 'ie'.
In a taxi, you should say:
'Ventanilla' is the specific term for windows in vehicles.
Ana: ¡Hay muchos mosquitos aquí! Pablo: Tienes razón. ________.
Closing the window prevents mosquitoes from entering.
You are leaving your house and want to make sure the windows are shut.
You use the plural 'las ventanas' for multiple windows.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasYes, it is the standard term used in all software translations and by native speakers.
It is 'cierro'. The verb 'cerrar' changes its stem from 'e' to 'ie' in the present tense.
'Ventana' is for buildings. 'Ventanilla' is for cars, airplanes, or small service windows (like at a bank).
You say 'Cerrar las ventanas'.
No, you should say 'apagar la luz'. 'Cerrar' is for physical objects.
It is neutral. To make it formal, use the 'usted' form: 'Cierre la ventana'.
Yes, it is universally understood and used.
It means to miss or end a chance to do something, just like in English.
You can say 'cerrar la ventana con llave' or 'asegurar la ventana'.
Persianas are heavy shutters that are very common in Spain to block light and heat.
Frases relacionadas
cerrar la puerta
similarto close the door
bajar la persiana
builds onto lower the blind
abrir la ventana
contrastto open the window
cerrar la ventanilla
specialized formto close the car window
cerrar a cal y canto
specialized formto close tightly/permanently
