cerradura
A device used for fastening a door or container and preventing unauthorized access.
A cerradura is the mechanism that secures a door, requiring a key to lock or unlock it.
Palavra em 30 segundos
- A mechanical device used to lock doors or containers.
- Operated by a key or a digital code.
- Essential for security and privacy in daily life.
Summary
A cerradura is the mechanism that secures a door, requiring a key to lock or unlock it.
- A mechanical device used to lock doors or containers.
- Operated by a key or a digital code.
- Essential for security and privacy in daily life.
Remember the root word
The word comes from 'cerrar' (to close). Think of it as the 'closer-thing' for a door.
Don't confuse with key
Beginners often mix up 'cerradura' and 'llave'. Remember: you insert the key into the lock.
Professional locksmiths
In Spanish-speaking countries, the professional who repairs these is called a 'cerrajero'. They are essential service providers in urban areas.
Exemplos
4 de 4He tenido que cambiar la cerradura de mi casa.
I had to change the lock of my house.
El edificio cuenta con una cerradura electrónica de alta seguridad.
The building has a high-security electronic lock.
¡Cuidado, no fuerces la cerradura!
Careful, don't force the lock!
La evolución de la cerradura mecánica ha sido clave en la historia de la privacidad.
The evolution of the mechanical lock has been key in the history of privacy.
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Think of the root 'cerrar' (to close). If you want to keep something closed, you need a 'cerradura'.
Visión general
La palabra 'cerradura' es fundamental en el vocabulario cotidiano. Se refiere al dispositivo físico que permite bloquear una entrada, funcionando en conjunto con una llave. Es un sustantivo femenino que deriva del verbo 'cerrar'. 2) Patrones de uso: Se utiliza principalmente con verbos de acción como 'abrir', 'cerrar', 'cambiar', 'forzar' o 'reparar'. Es común encontrarla en frases que describen la seguridad del hogar o el estado de una puerta. 3) Contextos comunes: Aparece frecuentemente en situaciones domésticas, laborales o de seguridad pública. Por ejemplo, al llegar a casa, al salir de la oficina o al asegurar un maletín. 4) Comparación de palabras similares: A diferencia de 'puerta' (la estructura completa), la cerradura es solo el mecanismo de seguridad. Mientras que 'llave' es el objeto que permite operar la cerradura, la 'cerradura' es el receptáculo donde esta se inserta.
Notas de uso
The word is neutral and used in all registers. It is a standard term in both spoken and written Spanish. You will encounter it most often in contexts involving home maintenance, security, and real estate.
Erros comuns
Some learners use 'llave' when they mean the mechanism itself. Remember that 'cerradura' is the fixed part on the door. Also, avoid using 'cerrar' as a noun; always use 'cerradura'.
Dica de memorização
Think of the root 'cerrar' (to close). If you want to keep something closed, you need a 'cerradura'.
Origem da palavra
Derived from the Latin 'serare' (to bolt or bar). It evolved through the Spanish 'cerrar' to describe the object that performs the closing action.
Contexto cultural
In many Spanish-speaking countries, changing the locks when moving into a new apartment is a standard security practice. Locksmiths are highly respected tradespeople in these communities.
Exemplos
He tenido que cambiar la cerradura de mi casa.
everydayI had to change the lock of my house.
El edificio cuenta con una cerradura electrónica de alta seguridad.
formalThe building has a high-security electronic lock.
¡Cuidado, no fuerces la cerradura!
informalCareful, don't force the lock!
La evolución de la cerradura mecánica ha sido clave en la historia de la privacidad.
academicThe evolution of the mechanical lock has been key in the history of privacy.
Família de palavras
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
Quedarse fuera por culpa de la cerradura
To get locked out because of the lock
Llamar al cerrajero
To call the locksmith
Cerradura atascada
Jammed lock
Frequentemente confundido com
The 'llave' is the tool used to operate the 'cerradura'. They are two separate items that work together.
A 'cerrojo' is a simpler bolt-style lock often found on the inside of doors, whereas a 'cerradura' is the main mechanism.
Padrões gramaticais
Remember the root word
The word comes from 'cerrar' (to close). Think of it as the 'closer-thing' for a door.
Don't confuse with key
Beginners often mix up 'cerradura' and 'llave'. Remember: you insert the key into the lock.
Professional locksmiths
In Spanish-speaking countries, the professional who repairs these is called a 'cerrajero'. They are essential service providers in urban areas.
Teste-se
Completa la frase con la palabra correcta.
He perdido la llave y no puedo abrir la ___.
La cerradura es el mecanismo específico que se abre con una llave.
Elige la opción correcta.
¿Qué objeto se necesita para abrir una cerradura?
La llave es la herramienta diseñada para accionar el mecanismo de la cerradura.
Ordena las palabras para formar una oración.
la / rompió / se / cerradura / ayer
Esta es la estructura gramatical correcta en español para una acción pasiva refleja.
Pontuação: /3
Perguntas frequentes
4 perguntasNo, son objetos distintos pero complementarios. La cerradura es el mecanismo fijo en la puerta, mientras que la llave es el objeto móvil que se introduce en ella para accionarla.
Significa intentar abrirla por la fuerza o mediante métodos no autorizados, generalmente dañando el mecanismo. Es una acción asociada a actividades ilícitas o emergencias.
Se suele decir que 'la cerradura está trabada' o 'la cerradura está estropeada'. En estos casos, a veces es necesario llamar a un cerrajero.
El cerrojo es un tipo de cierre más simple, a menudo manual, mientras que la cerradura es un mecanismo más complejo que suele requerir una llave específica.
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