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cerradas

/seh-RRAH-dahs/

closed

A single, heavy, dark blue wooden door is completely shut and secured with a metal latch, preventing entry.

The doors are cerradas (closed).

cerradas(Adjective)

fA1

closed

?

Physical state, shut

Also:

shut

?

Doors, windows

📝 In Action

Las ventanas están cerradas por el frío.

A1

The windows are closed because of the cold.

Las tiendas de regalos están cerradas los domingos.

A2

The gift shops are closed on Sundays.

En invierno, algunas carreteras están cerradas por la nieve.

A2

In winter, some roads are closed due to the snow.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • clausuradas (closed down)
  • tapadas (covered)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • puertas cerradas – closed doors
  • calles cerradas – closed streets

💡 Grammar Points

Agreement is Key

Since 'cerradas' ends in -as, it must describe things that are plural and feminine (like 'puertas' or 'tiendas'). If it were a masculine singular thing (like 'el banco'), you would use 'cerrado'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Mixing Ser and Estar

Mistake: "Las puertas son cerradas."

Correction: Las puertas están cerradas. Use 'estar' when talking about a temporary state or the result of an action (the door was closed by someone).

⭐ Usage Tips

Root Verb

Remember this word comes from the verb 'cerrar' (to close), which is a stem-changing verb (e→ie) in the present tense.

A young woman sits alone at a small table in a quiet room, looking down at her hands, signaling a reserved or withdrawn personality.

The people are cerradas (reserved) and quiet.

cerradas(Adjective)

fB1

reserved

?

Referring to personality

Also:

closed-minded

?

Referring to opinions or groups

,

withdrawn

?

Referring to someone shy

📝 In Action

Ellas son personas muy cerradas y no comparten sus ideas.

B1

They are very reserved people and don't share their ideas.

Las comunidades rurales a veces son más cerradas a los cambios.

B2

Rural communities are sometimes more closed-minded about changes.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • reservadas (reserved)
  • introvertidas (introverted)

Antonyms

  • abiertas (open, friendly)
  • extrovertidas (extroverted)

Common Collocations

  • personas cerradas – reserved people
  • mentalidades cerradas – closed minds

💡 Grammar Points

Using Ser vs. Estar

When describing someone's typical personality (reserved or closed-minded), always use 'ser' (Ellas son cerradas). If you use 'estar', it sounds like they are temporarily unavailable or silent.

⭐ Usage Tips

Context is Everything

If you are describing a door, it means 'closed.' If you are describing a person, it usually means they are emotionally unavailable or unwilling to accept new ideas.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: cerradas

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence correctly uses 'cerradas' to describe a personality trait?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the base verb for 'cerradas'?

The base verb is 'cerrar,' which means 'to close' or 'to shut.' 'Cerradas' is the feminine plural form of its past participle, which functions as an adjective.

¿Cerradas or ¿Cerrado? How do I choose?

It depends entirely on the noun you are describing. If the noun is feminine and plural (like 'las escuelas'), use 'cerradas'. If the noun is masculine and singular (like 'el libro'), use 'cerrado'. This is called gender and number agreement.